Staff Engineer

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Staff Engineer in our Monterey office to support our multi-disciplinary teams in delivering water, wastewater, recycled water, and utility infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for someone ready to take on more responsibility, build technical skills, and grow toward a Project Engineer role while collaborating with experienced engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Work

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  Perform engineering analyses, design calculations, and prepare drawings, specifications, and technical documents for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

  
  
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  Develop portions of project designs with guidance, including layouts, equipment selection, and cost estimating.

  
  
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  Prepare sections of design reports, technical memoranda, and permitting documentation.

  
  

Project Support

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  Support Project Engineers and Project Managers with planning, design, and construction support activities.

  
  
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  Manage well-defined work packages or small project components, including coordination with internal disciplines and subconsultants.

  
  
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  Assist with task-level budgeting, scheduling, and tracking deliverables.

  
  

Construction Support

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  Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observation activities.

  
  
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  Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs under direction from senior technical staff.

  
  

Coordination & Documentation

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  Compile and interpret data, perform QA/QC checks, and support the development of engineering documents and presentations.

  
  
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  Coordinate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure alignment with design intent.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  BS or MS in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field

  
  
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  Experience in planning, design, or analysis of water, wastewater, or municipal infrastructure projects

  
  
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  Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; progress toward PE licensure preferred

  
  
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  Working knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D) and standard engineering software

  
  
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  Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively

  
  
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  Design experience is preferred

  
  

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $85,000-$110,000, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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