Senior Environmental 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 and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced and collaborative Senior Environmental Engineer for our thriving Remediation and Compliance group to support both our municipal and private sector clients in environmental investigation and remediation projects. In this position, you will work with a large environmental team consisting of scientists and engineers solving complex environmental problems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and guide staff-developed work plans for site delineation, pilot testing of remedial alternatives.
• Lead teams to conduct and document remedial action feasibility studies, prepare remedial action plans, and design remediation systems.
• Oversee engineers, scientists, and other team members to develop and evaluate remedial alternatives and options analyses.
• Work with colleagues to prepare bid specifications and evaluate contractor bids.
• Provide senior oversight to teams during the construction and operation of designed treatment technologies, including monitoring and evaluation of treatment effectiveness, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead development and review of technical documents, reports, and designs.
• Oversee quality assurance/quality control of deliverables for both self-managed projects and projects managed by others.
• Work collaboratively with dynamic project teams and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications:

• BS (MS preferred) in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
• At least 10 years (15+ years preferred) of consulting experience, both in-office and fieldwork.
• Practical experience in developing and evaluating remedial alternatives, completing options analyses, designing, implementing, and overseeing the operation of environmental remediation systems (e.g., bioremediation, In-Situ Chemical Oxidation, etc.); evaluating remedial progress data and adjusting strategies; managing project schedules and budgets; and supervising and mentoring mid- and junior-level staff and/or field personnel.
• Ability to travel to support ongoing environmental projects.
• Experience with a variety of remedial technologies such as Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Air Sparging, Dual Phase Extraction (DPE), in-situ bioremediation, In-Situ Chemical Oxidation, groundwater extraction and treatment, dig and haul, and waste disposal/waste characterization.
• Understanding of applicable regulatory frameworks under RCRA and CERCLA, and familiarity with construction techniques for remedial activities. Experience with petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated compounds, metals, PFAS, PCBs, dioxins and furans, and other compounds common to site remediation is expected.
• Business development and client service management experience, along with staff supervision and technical leadership through participation in ITRC and similar local, national, and industry-specific organizations, is desirable.

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our team members to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Work Locations: Princeton, NJ • Portland, OR • Federal Way, WA • California

The salary range for this position is anticipated to be $150,000 to $200,000, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location. This position is eligible for performance and incentive compensation.

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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As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.
Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.