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Kennedy Jenks · 16 hours ago

Pipeline Engineer

Portland, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $185K/yr

10+ years exp

Kennedy Jenks is a well-established engineering and environmental consulting firm focused on innovation and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced Pipeline Engineer to support water and wastewater pipeline projects, leading design and analysis, and providing construction phase engineering support.

Service IndustryTransportationWaste ManagementWater

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead pipeline design and analysis, performing advanced hydraulic and pipe design calculations for small to large-diameter water and wastewater pipelines

Develop detailed designs, specifications, and drawings for complex pipeline projects, including alignment studies, hydraulic analyses, condition assessments, pipeline rehabilitation, new pipeline design, and in-service commissioning, while maintaining compliance with regional regulatory standards

Familiarity with industry standards and publications and application of standards to design and installation of pipelines

Provide construction phase engineering support, including review of materials submittals conforming to contract documents, responding to requests for information, and assisting owner to confirm compliance to contract documents

Existing pipeline asset management including condition assessment and recommendations for rehabilitation or replacement of pipeline systems using various pipe materials and trenchless construction methods

Serve as a technical expert, leading or supporting multidisciplinary project teams and mentoring junior staff on project tasks and best practices

Contribute to client service and business development efforts by supporting client positioning, attending and presenting at technical conferences, delivering written reports, and attending client and stakeholder meetings

Write technical reports, maintain accurate project documentation, and support quality control processes

Qualification

Pipeline engineeringHydraulic modeling toolsProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseIndustry standards knowledgeCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or similar engineering field (Master's preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license; licensure in California, Oregon and/or Washington preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

10+ years of experience in pipeline engineering, including design, analysis, and construction support

Strong knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations for water and wastewater infrastructure

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred

Experience with pipeline design software and hydraulic modeling tools preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and disability insurance

401k

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Professional registration support

A competitive PTO and holiday plan

Other programs to support our employees’ growth

Company

Kennedy Jenks

For over 100 years, Kennedy Jenks has provided engineering and scientific solutions for innovative water and environmental projects.

Founded in 1919

San Francisco, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.kennedyjenks.com

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