Associate Engineer - Instrumentation & Controls

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, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our growing team in one of our many locations across the country. We are looking for a motivated professional with 4 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering for municipal pump stations, water treatment, and wastewater facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team delivering innovative engineering and environmental solutions to clients in the water and industrial sectors. Candidates will be considered in any of our office locations, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment balancing home and office work.

Key Responsibilities

As part of our team, you will work alongside experienced Instrumentation & Controls and Electrical Engineers to support projects from planning and design through construction and startup. This role offers the opportunity to grow technically, contribute to meaningful projects, and build strong client relationships.

• Support instrumentation and control system design for municipal and industrial infrastructure projects
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams to develop high-quality engineering solutions
• Assist with the development of control strategies and instrumentation layouts for water and wastewater facilities
• Contribute to SCADA system architecture and design efforts, including feasibility studies and cost estimates
• Develop and review technical documents including control narratives, instrumentation specifications, and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction support activities
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams throughout project delivery
• Support QA/QC reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes
  
  

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering, preferably in consulting engineering for water, wastewater, or industrial infrastructure projects
• Experience supporting the design of instrumentation and control systems for pump stations, treatment facilities, or similar infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA systems, control strategies, and instrumentation systems
• Experience developing or supporting P&IDs and control system documentation
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
• EIT certification preferred; PE license or progress toward licensure is a plus
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  
  

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

Work Locations: Portland, OR

• Seattle, WA
• San Francisco, CA
• Pasadena, CA
• Sacramento, CA
• Irvine, CA
  
  

Salary Range: The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000–$153,000 annually and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and additional employee benefits and wellness programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity 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.