Principal Engineer in Pompano Beach

Energy Jobline ZR; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PAID Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employer matched 401K

Parental leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

KEITH, a multidisciplinary civil engineering firm, seeks a Principal Engineer / Chief Engineer for our Pompano Beach office. You will provide senior technical guidance on complex land development and water resources projects, lead design reviews, and mentor staff while supporting growth and client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a PE in Florida, a civil engineering degree, and a proven track record delivering high-value projects with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida.
• Experience in land development and water resources.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior technical advisor on land development and water resources projects.
• Provide high-level design oversight to ensure quality and compliance.
• Lead and support project teams through planning, design, permitting and delivery.
• Mentor engineering staff and foster technical growth.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients and stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted resource for technical problem-solving.
• Support proposals, presentations, and client relationships.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Principal Engineer- Land Development and Water Resources

About KEITH:

We are a multidisciplined consulting firm offering civil engineering, land surveying, transportation engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and construction management services. With decades of experience and a people-first culture, we’re dedicated to shaping communities through innovative, sustainable solutions.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer / Chief Engineer to join our Pompano Beach office. This role is ideal for a senior-level professional who is passionate about technical excellence in land development and water resources. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical advisor, providing leadership and guidance on complex projects while mentoring engineering staff and supporting strategic growth.

What you'll do:

• Act as senior technical advisor on complex land development and water resources projects.
• Provide high-level design expertise, review, and technical oversight to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Lead and support project teams through planning, design, permitting, and delivery phases.
• Mentor and guide engineering staff, fostering professional development and technical growth.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to ensure innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions.
• Serve as a trusted resource for technical problem-solving and decision-making within the firm.
• Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposals, presentations, and client relationships.

Ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida.
• Progressive engineering experience, with strong expertise in land development and water resources.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to easily build strong relationships.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, high-value projects.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• 100% PAID Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employer matched 401K - 100% Vested on Day 1 of contribution!!!
• Paid Parental leave and Life Insurance
• PTO, Holidays, and more!