Wastewater Treatment Lead

  Kennedy Jenks is seeking a strategic and collaborative Lead Municipal Wastewater Treatment Engineer to play a central role in guiding the technical direction of wastewater treatment projects in Southern California. In this leadership position, you will serve as a subject matter expert, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive the delivery of innovative, high-quality solutions for municipal clients. You will have the opportunity to shape project outcomes, mentor staff, and represent Kennedy Jenks in client-facing settings and industry forums. If you have a strong background in municipal wastewater treatment and a passion for leading teams and advancing technical excellence, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of wastewater treatment and infrastructure projects, including feasibility studies, facility planning, and treatment plant upgrades. Serve as the technical lead for process design involving physical, chemical, and biological systems. Oversee the development of technical deliverables including calculations, drawings, and specifications for complex treatment projects. Collaborate with client service managers to support proposals, client meetings, and interviews—bringing process innovations and technical insights. Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules aligned with client needs and regulatory requirements. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues engaged in wastewater treatment work. Represent Kennedy Jenks in both internal and external meetings, including industry forums and technical discussions. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering. 7+ years of experience in wastewater treatment engineering. California Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Experience in municipal wastewater treatment with strong technical knowledge, including preparing calculations, design reports, drawings, and specifications. Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service and collaborate positively with clients. Excellent written and oral communication skills. 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. The salary range for this position is anticipated to be $150,000 to $250,000, 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. #LI-hybrid