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Klingner & Associates, PC

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United States, Burlington

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Job Description:

Make a positive impact as a Klingner Civil Engineer in our Water / Wastewater Department. This specialized group improves water quality and addresses complex wastewater challenges in communities throughout Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside engineers who are passionate about safety and sustainability, spearhead innovative projects that shape municipal infrastructure, engage diverse stakeholders, and unlock numerous opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Job Responsibility:

Work on various water and wastewater infrastructure projects while managing timelines, budgets, and overall quality
Develop and review designs, plans, specifications, permitting, and final construction documents for water distribution systems, pumping stations, sewer collection systems, lift stations, storm water systems, and water / wastewater treatment plants
Consider various technologies, system efficiency, reliability, operator capabilities, long-term need, and environmental impact to promote sustainable design
Provide specialized technical input as well as hydraulic / hydrologic modeling and evaluations to support reporting and design
Complete Preliminary Engineering Reports, opinions of probable construction cost, and all other necessary reports and estimates
Identify and address potential project risks and independently produce mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with all applicable Local, State, and Federal regulations concerning water quality, water treatment, public health, and environmental protection
Maintain current knowledge of regulatory trends to provide forward-thinking solutions
Meet all applicable funding agency requirements and remain knowledgeable of current potential funding avenues
Follow industry design trends, technological advancements, professional organizations, and new certifications
Perform and / or coordinate thorough inspections and assessments, as needed, with an emphasis on safety and timeliness
Implement Klingner standards and quality control procedures to ensure project safety, reliability, and longevity
Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, funding agencies, and regulatory bodies to solicit feedback, resolve issues, and meet project objectives
Attend city council, town meetings, and design meetings to hear municipal updates, present project information, and answer stakeholder questions
Work independently and with the project manager, other engineers, technicians, and contractors to complete projects
Organize, prioritize, and perform work assignments with minimal supervision
Clearly document all project phases and client communication
Provide construction oversight and administration, as needed
Travel occasionally to support project-related inspections, meetings, etc

Requirements:

4+ years of demonstrated experience in municipal engineering and / or water / wastewater engineering is desired
A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or closely-related engineering field from an accredited university, at minimum. A Master of Science degree is desirable
Professional Engineer licensure is preferred
If not yet licensed, the following is preferred: 2 years of documented experience working under a licensed PE
Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Eligibility to apply for licensure in the State of Iowa within the next 2 years
Must have excellent working knowledge of Civil3D, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. An understanding of WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, and Revit is a plus
Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple complex projects and tasks concurrently, and a commitment to meeting deadlines and keeping projects within budget is required
Clear written and verbal communication is a must
Understanding of and experience in applying regulatory agency laws, ordinances, and regulations for Municipal, County, State, and Federal agency permitting submittals
Understanding of and experience with various water/wastewater system funding agencies
Experience writing thorough reports and studies, scopes of work, and proposals
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to hold strong business relationships with municipal and industrial clients
Ability to conduct all projects by quality standards and Klingner procedures, with a strong focus of on accuracy and quality of work
A drive to create high-quality designs, strong sense of commitment, willingness to learn, and desire to work in a team environment

Nice to have:

An understanding of WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, and Revit is a plus
A Master of Science degree is desirable
Professional Engineer licensure is preferred

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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