Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Join Our Team as a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer!

Kleinfelder is looking to add a driven individual who is ready to take their career to the next level as a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer.  This individual will engage with an established water resources engineering team in the greater Pennsylvania region helping to serve and collaborate with our internal and external stakeholders on rural and regional water/wastewater design projects and opportunities.  This position is currently open for the State College, PA and Mechanicsburg, PA office locations.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Project Engineer on the team, you'll lead a team of professionals, driving projects to success while promoting collaboration and learning. Here is a summary of what you will be doing at Kleinfelder:

• Manage and assist in the design for private and/or municipal water/wastewater systems varying in size and scope from conceptual development through construction.
• Maintain Collaboration and Communicate with clients and team members to align expectations with project delivery.
• Coordinate, plan and obtain permits with Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Safe Drinking Water.
• Support projects that have been impacted by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
• Mentor junior engineers and designers; delegate effectively; provide clear feedback; promote a culture of learning and development.
• Drive profitability by managing scope, schedule, and budget to deliver on time and within budget while meeting quality expectations of all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in civil or environmental engineering or related field.
• 4-8 years of experience as an Engineer/EIT.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Pennsylvania, or the ability to get their PE within 6 months of employment.
• Experience working in water treatment facilities, water/wastewater collection systems, and water pumping stations.
• Experience working with Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Safe Drinking Water.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Experience with municipal funding, bidding and contract procedures.
• Ability to work as a team player, take direction, and interact well with others.
• Self-starter who can work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public Water/Wastewater design and permitting experience.
• Drinking Water / Wastewater Treatment and process experience.
• Understanding of PFAS regulations and treatment methods focused on Drinking Water.
• Experience in PA funding application and administration process (ie. PennVEST, CDBG, DCED, etc.)
• Experience in Bid and Construction Contract Administration
• Land Development, site grading, and storm drainage experience.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder 

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver. 

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: 

Benefits: 

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. 

Career Development: 

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. 

Equal Opportunity: 

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.