Water Resources / Fish Passage Design Engineer [1-3 yrs exp]

Overview

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an engineering design firm with a focus on innovative, sustainable solutions for the built environment. With over 60 years of experience and more than 1,400 professionals across 27 offices, KPFF emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, offering flexibility and generous benefits.

Join the KPFF Lacey team as an entry-level hydraulics & stream design engineer to develop design skills in a collaborative environment. This position provides opportunities to work on a diverse array of projects in a team setting, with strong mentorship from senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design tasks across projects such as bridge and culvert replacement, stream channel restoration, large woody material placement, and parks and recreation facilities.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stream assessments, scour and streambed stability analyses, and large woody material stability analyses.
• Prepare construction drawings, site grading plans, technical reports, project specifications, and project cost estimates.
• Review and submit permit applications; provide construction administration support.
• Coordinate with design consultants, municipalities, contractors, and clients; participate in site visits and field inspections.

Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $74,000 - $93,000, determined by experience, education, and skills. KPFF offers performance-based bonuses and a full compensation package discussed during the interview process.

Culture and Benefits

KPFF Lacey focuses on a collaborative, positive environment that supports personal and professional growth. Our office size combines the resources of a large firm with the close atmosphere of a small office, enabling work on a variety of project types and sizes.

Professional Development

KPFF offers growth opportunities and social events to foster relationships with clients and colleagues, supporting ongoing professional development.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, highlight relevant experience, what draws you to KPFF, and how this role aligns with your professional goals.

KPFF participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other protected basis.

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