Pipeline Engineer

Pipeline Engineer Kennedy/Jenks Consultants - Federal Way, WA

Posted: 5/31/2026 - Expires: 8/29/2026

Job ID: 293453160

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Job Description

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 proactive

Pipeline Engineer

to support water and wastewater pipeline projects in a hybrid work environment across our

Oregon and Washington

offices. This role will be crucial in the evaluation, design, and construction of complex conveyance facilities for water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead pipeline design and analysis, performing advanced hydraulic and pipe designcalculations 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 maintainingcompliance 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 includingcondition assessmentand 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 bysupporting client positioning, attending and presenting at technical conferences, delivering written reports, and attending client and stakeholder meetings.
• Write technical reports, maintainaccurate project documentation, and support quality control processes.

Qualifications

• 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 Washingtonpreferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 10+ years of experience in pipeline engineering, including design, analysis, and construction support.
• Experience with pipeline design software and hydraulic modeling tools preferred
• 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.
• 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 Washingtonpreferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 10+ years of experience in pipeline engineering, including design, analysis, and construction support.
• Experience with pipeline design software and hydraulic modeling tools preferred
• 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.

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 $

130,000

to $185

,000, and may vary based upon 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 programs to support our employees' growth.

#LI-hybrid

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.

Job Summary

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Company Details Company Kennedy/Jenks Consultants Industry Engineering Services Job Information Location Federal Way, WA Website www.kennedyjenks.com Job Type Full Time Employee Experience 7+ to 10 Years Education Level Bachelor's degree Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Federal Contractor Yes Affirmative Action Plan No View More Jobs All Kennedy/Jenks Consultants jobs View similar jobs All Federal Way, WA jobs