Water Design Engineer (Finance)

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Design team is looking for you! From bridge and structural engineering to civil, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering, Kleinfelder's collaborative Design Services create synergy across multiple disciplines.

Step into Your New Role

As a Water Design Engineer joining Kleinfelder's Water Technologies (KWT) team, you will play a key role in planning, designing, and delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure solutions. You'll collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients to develop systems that improve water quality, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainability goals.

This position supports our Toledo and Columbus, Ohio offices (McClure, Hilliard, and Defiance) and offers flexible remote work arrangements. While in-office presence is not required daily, travel to office or client sites should be expected as needed. KWT also supports flexible 40-hour workweeks to help maintain work-life balance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to meaningful infrastructure projects while advancing your career within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

What You'll Do:

Support Water Infrastructure Projects:
Lead and support water and wastewater infrastructure projects from conceptual planning through design and construction, working on a range of public and private sector initiatives including membrane treatment systems, reuse strategies, and system integration.

Design & Engineering Analysis:
Develop process designs, sizing and placement of equipment, and prepare detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates for treatment systems and water resource infrastructure.

Technical Documentation & Permitting:
Support the development of reports, technical memoranda, and permitting documentation for local, state, and federal agencies. Ensure documentation meets client and regulatory expectations.

Collaborate Across Teams:
Coordinate with internal engineers, designers, controls specialists, and field staff to ensure integration and quality across project phases. Communicate effectively with clients to align on objectives and ensure successful outcomes.

Modeling & Planning:
Perform process, hydrologic, and hydraulic modeling to inform infrastructure planning and design. Participate in feasibility studies, site planning, and treatment evaluations.

Construction Support:
Provide construction-phase services including bidding support, submittal reviews, construction administration, and field inspections to ensure quality execution of designs.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Professional Experience:

A minimum of 10+ years of related experience in a consulting engineering firm or related service business, with proven expertise in water and/or wastewater infrastructure. Alternatively, 6 years of related experience with a Master's degree, or 4 years with a Ph.D. Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and permitting requirements is essential.

Technical Skills:
Proficiency or familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, and hydraulic modeling tools. A willingness to learn and grow technical capabilities is essential.

Strong Communication:
Ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, technical designs, and project updates both verbally and in writing. Strong documentation and organizational skills are a must.

Team Collaboration:
Enjoy working within collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and contributing across multiple projects and offices.

Adaptability & Initiative:
Motivated, curious, and eager to take ownership of your work. Willing to travel locally as needed and work in both office and field environments.

Qualifications:

• Education: B.S. or M.S./M.Eng. in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Certifications: EIT preferred; PE license is a plus
• Experience Requirement:
• 10+ years of related experience in a consulting engineering or service environment
• OR 6+ years with a Master's degree
• OR 4+ years with a Ph.D.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required
• Location: Based near or able to travel to McClure, Hilliard, or Defiance, Ohio offices
• Software Proficiency: AutoCAD and GIS preferred; Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required

Why Kleinfelder?

Since 1961, Kleinfelder has been providing engineering, science, and construction services that improve transportation, water, energy, and private infrastructure. We work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver solutions that make a difference for our clients and communities. At Kleinfelder, we're not just a company; we're a community of 3,100+ talented engineers, scientists, and construction professionals across 105+ locations globally. We believe that by fostering an inclusive culture, supporting career growth, and offering flexible work options, we empower our employees to reach their full potential. We are proud to be one of the world's most sustainable companies, and we invite you to be part of our success story. Together, we tackle complex infrastructure challenges with smart solutions that make a tangible impact.

Kleinfelder Water Technologies , a division of Kleinfelder, provides innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment, focusing on technologies that address water quality, efficiency, and sustainability. They design, implement, and optimize systems that help municipalities, industries, and utilities manage water resources effectively. Our services include water purification, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management, using advanced technologies to ensure clean, safe water while reducing environmental impact. By leveraging cutting-edge solutions, they assist clients in meeting regulatory standards, improving water system performance, and promoting sustainability. Kleinfelder Water Technologies works closely with the larger Kleinfelder organization, offering integrated engineering and environmental services for comprehensive project delivery. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Why You'll Love Working at Kleinfelder:

• Career Development: We're committed to your growth. Access resources, training, and mentoring to help you expand your skills and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements that allow you to balance personal and professional commitments.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Kleinfelder offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
• Inclusive Culture: Diversity drives innovation. At Kleinfelder, we embrace diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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 throughdiversity, 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. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Maryland Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

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.