Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Akron, Ohio (OH) office is seeking an Eletrical Engineer with 5+ years of experience to join their Water/Wastewater Electrical team! This is not a remote position and could require up to 20% travel of any given year as project and non-project needs demand.

Responsibilities

Responsible with assisting in the design of water transmission and distribution systems, pumping stations, conveyance systems, water treatment systems, water/wastewater distribution planning, master planning, and treatment plant rehabilitation and expansions

Manage electrical, instrumentation, and controls projects for public- and private-sector water and wastewater pump stations, treatment facilities, and related utility infrastructure

Manage project scope, fees, schedules, staffing, multidisciplinary coordination, and client communication

Serve as Engineer of Record, including plans, specifications, and other engineering documents, as appropriate

Lead and/or manage quality-control reviews to confirm technical accuracy, code compliance, and consistency across project deliverables

Perform and oversee electrical design, including power distribution, control panels, PLCs, motor starters, VFDs, and related systems

Support permitting, bidding, submittal reviews, construction coordination, and field services

Develop and maintain client relationships, identify project opportunities, prepare proposals, and lead/support efforts to win new work

Mentor staff and provide technical direction to project teams

Qualifications

5+ years of relevant electrical engineering and project delivery experience

Active Electrical Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Ohio or can achieve reciprocity within six (6) of your start date required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or a related engineering discipline required

Experience managing projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and communicating with clients required

Electrical design experience for public- and/or private-sector water and wastewater projects required

Knowledge of pumps, control panels, PLCs, motor starters, ladder logic, and/or VFDs preferred

Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) required

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word required

Proficiency with Revit and Forma preferred

Strong communication, leadership, and technical writing skills required

Business Development and Marketing Experience preferred

Ability to work on-site in Akron, Ohio, up to four days per week

With training, conferences, work site visits, etc., ability to travel up to 20% of any given year as project and non-project needs require

Familiarity with CSI-format technical specifications preferred

Familiarity with NFPA 820 preferred

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.

Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.

Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.

Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.