Job Description Take Your Design Career to the Next Level Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions. Step into Your New Role Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Senior Professional to provide technical leadership and support the continued growth of our water and PFAS practice across the East Division. In this role, you will serve as a technical resource for water treatment and PFAS projects, supporting treatment planning, process selection, design development, regulatory compliance, and project execution. You will collaborate with project teams to deliver technically sound solutions for municipal, industrial, and private sector clients while helping maintain the highest standards of quality and technical excellence. This position is available in any Kleinfelder office within Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or Maryland and should be comfortable supporting projects and clients across multiple geographic areas. Responsibilities Serve as a strong technical resource for water treatment, PFAS, and related water infrastructure projects. Provide technical leadership for the planning, evaluation, design, and implementation of water treatment solutions. Collaborate with Client Account Managers, Project Managers, Practice Leaders, and technical staff to support successful project delivery. Support project teams through technical review, problem solving, and application of quality standards. Support business development efforts through proposal preparation, pursuit support, and client engagement activities. Participate in professional organizations and industry activities to maintain technical expertise and support market visibility. Abilities of the Ideal Candidate Technical leader demonstrated expertise in water treatment and related water quality challenges. Leads multidisciplinary technical teams to develop practical, innovative, and client-focused solutions. Communicates technical concepts effectively to clients, project teams, and leadership. Build strong client relationships through technical credibility, responsiveness, and collaboration. Provides mentorship and technical guidance that supports staff development. Applies sound engineering judgment to identify risks, solve complex problems, and maintain high quality standards. Earns and maintains the confidence of clients, peers, and company leadership. Qualifications 10+ years of relevant experience in water treatment, PFAS, water quality, water/wastewater, or related consulting projects. Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related field Licensed Professional Engineer, and the ability to gain reciprocity or licensure in additional jurisdictions as required by the work Experience supporting municipal, industrial, or private sector clients. Demonstrate experience supporting and/or leading the technical delivery of water treatment projects, providing technical input and review, supporting proposal efforts, and developing practical solutions to water quality and treatment challenges. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Experience within Pennsylvania for water treatment, and PFAS is preferred. Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check. Move Forward with

Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver. Progress with an Employer that Values You Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:

Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, 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 Wage Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Salary range:

$125,000 - $150,000.

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, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, 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, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, 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, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, 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.