Pipeline Engineer

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced and proactive Pipeline Engineer for our California office to support water and wastewater pipeline projects. This role will play a key part in the evaluation, design, and construction of complex conveyance facilities for water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects.This role offers the opportunity to serve as a technical resource on meaningful pipeline projects while supporting clients and multidisciplinary project teams.You’ll play a key role in advancing pipeline projects from planning through construction, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, supporting junior staff development, and contributing to strong client service.What You’ll DoAs a Pipeline Engineer, you’ll contribute across key focus areas, including pipeline design and analysis, construction support, asset management, technical problem-solving, and client service.Support pipeline design and analysis: Perform hydraulic and pipe design calculations for small- to large-diameter water and wastewater pipelines.Develop detailed project deliverables: Prepare designs, specifications, and drawings for complex pipeline projects, including alignment studies, hydraulic analyses, condition assessments, rehabilitation, new pipeline design, and in-service commissioning.Apply industry standards: Use applicable industry standards, publications, codes, and regional regulatory requirements to guide pipeline design and installation.Provide construction-phase engineering support: Review materials submittals, respond to requests for information, and assist owners in confirming compliance with contract documents.Support asset management decisions: Evaluate existing pipeline systems, conduct condition assessments, and recommend rehabilitation or replacement approaches using various pipe materials and trenchless construction methods.Collaborate, support, and engage: Serve as a technical resource on multidisciplinary project teams, support junior staff development, contribute to client service, write technical reports, maintain project documentation, and support quality control processes.What Makes This Role DifferentHigh-impact infrastructure work: You’ll contribute to essential water and wastewater systems that support communities, improve reliability, and address complex infrastructure challenges.Technical depth with practical application: This role combines advanced pipeline engineering with real-world construction insight, giving you the opportunity to see your recommendations carry through from design to implementation.Team visibility and collaboration: You’ll have the opportunity to serve as a trusted technical resource for project teams, clients, and stakeholders while supporting knowledge-sharing across the team.What You BringApplied pipeline engineering skills: Ability to apply pipeline design, hydraulic analysis, and construction support experience to practical project needs.Clear technical communication: Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, document project decisions, and explain engineering concepts clearly.Collaborative project mindset: Comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with project stakeholders, and contributing to successful project delivery.Sound technical judgment: Ability to evaluate pipeline challenges, identify practical solutions, and support quality-focused deliverables.Proactive work style: Organized, responsive, and eager to contribute to project teams while continuing to grow technical expertise.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar engineering field; Master’s degree preferred.Experience: 10+ years of experience in pipeline engineering, including design, analysis, and construction support.Areas of Knowledge: Strong knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations for water and wastewater infrastructure.Certifications or licenses: Professional Engineer license in California required or ability to obtain within six months of hire.Additional preferred qualifications: Experience with pipeline design software and hydraulic modeling tools 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 $106,000 to $198,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location. Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; a health savings account; a 401(k); bonus programs; tuition reimbursement; employee ownership opportunity; professional registration support; business travel assistance; competitive paid time off and holidays; an employee assistance program; and additional programs that support your wellbeing and professional growth.#LI-HybridJobFamilyTechnical Professional - EngineersPayTypeSalary