Staff Electrical Engineer

Kennedy Jenks; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

401(k)

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kennedy Jenks is looking for a Staff Electrical Engineer in Portland, Oregon, to design electrical systems for water and wastewater infrastructure. This dynamic role involves collaborating with experts to create sustainable solutions and contributing to impactful projects that improve communities nationwide.

The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Electrical Engineering, relevant experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. We offer a hybrid work model and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in designing power systems in water or wastewater facilities.
• Intermediate knowledge of voltage drop, load studies, and conduit/cable sizing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for various facilities.
• Produce high-quality electrical design documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project solutions.

Skills

Electrical design documentation

Power systems design

Communication skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Generator sizing

CSI specifications

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

EIT or PE registration

Tools

REVIT

CAD

Job description

Advance Your Electrical Engineering Career with Kennedy Jenks – Staff Electrical Engineer

Are you an experienced electrical engineer ready to make a tangible impact? Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join our team and shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure in California and across the U.S. Work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

At Kennedy Jenks, we design innovative, sustainable solutions for water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you’ll help deliver projects that directly improve communities nationwide.

What You’ll Do

• Design electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and related infrastructure.
• Support senior engineers in creating construction drawings, technical specifications, and reports.
• Perform calculations such as voltage drop, load studies, and conduit/cable sizing.
• Produce high-quality electrical design documentation using REVIT, CAD, and/or BIM software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Contribute to project planning, research, and design development.
• Follow Kennedy Jenks’ quality, safety, and engineering standards.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 4+ years of relevant experience designing power systems, power distribution, preferably in water, wastewater, or industrial waste treatment facilities.
• EIT registration required in the State of California; PE (CA) highly preferred (or ability to obtain within 1 year).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and power distribution systems (120/208V and 277/480V).
• Intermediate knowledge of stand‑by generator sizing.
• Intermediate knowledge of CSI specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to attend meetings with multidisciplinary engineering teams; be able to support multiple projects at different design stages.
• Enthusiastic about learning, mentoring, and collaborating in a team‑oriented environment.

Why Kennedy Jenks?

• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model to empower you to thrive.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects that improve communities nationwide.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand technical skills, take on leadership roles, and gain professional development support.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, competitive PTO and holidays, and more.

Salary Range: The anticipated salary range for this position is $105,000–$150,000 annually and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

If you’re ready to advance your career while making a difference in communities across the country, Kennedy Jenks is the place for you. Apply today and join our team of innovators.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.