SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - KENOSHA WATER UTILITY

SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - KENOSHA WATER UTILITY

Salary: $86,280.00 - $128,664.00 Annually

Location: Kenosha, WI

Job Type: Regular - Full Time

Job Number: 20260427

Department: Water Division

KWU Engineering

Opening Date: 02/13/2026

Closing Date: 3/8/2026 11:59 AM Central

Description:

The Kenosha Water Utility is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to provide Professional Engineering services in the planning and design of water and wastewater projects. The successful candidate will serve as the resident engineer or project manager in the construction of water and wastewater projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provides Professional Engineering services in the planning and design of water and wastewater projects
• Serves as the resident engineer or project manager in the construction of water and wastewater projects
• Reviews plans submitted by consulting engineers and developers for impact on utility infrastructure and conformance with applicable regulations and standards
• Supervises and mentors engineering staff: provides instruction, training and guidance; plans, coordinates, assigns and reviews work activities to established standards
• Reviews project work site activities and inspection reports to ensure compliance with standards and quality requirements; meets with inspectors and contractors to discuss and resolve discrepancies
• Reviews and processes contractor payment requests and release of performance bond funds within scope of authority
• Writes technical specifications and engineering reports
• Researches plans and records; files records, plans and reports
• Participates in meetings and training events
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required

About the Kenosha Water Utility:

The Kenosha Water Utility is a municipally-owned, fiscally independent public utility organized under authority of §66.0805 of the Wisconsin State Statutes and Chapter XXXII of the City of Kenosha General Ordinances. The Kenosha Water Utility provides water and wastewater services to more than 100,000 people in the Kenosha area, including the City of Kenosha, the Villages of Bristol, Pleasant Prairie, and Somers.

Why the City of Kenosha?

We offer a full benefit package, annual pay increases, generous paid time off and employee and community engagement opportunities for general full-time employees! The City of Kenosha is taking on many exciting projects in the areas of large scale developments and technological advancements to keep Kenosha the vibrant and growing community we love -- Join us!

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in civil or sanitary/environmental engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in utility engineering design and project, preferably with some experience in planning and assigning work activities for other engineering staff; previous experience with managing or designing wastewater treatment plant projects is desired, but not required
• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Wisconsin
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the civil engineering principles and practices as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public utility services and water/wastewater infrastructure
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management and the evaluation of construction contract compliance
• Knowledge of methods, material, and equipment used in construction, maintenance and repair projects
• Knowledge of current construction costs for the preparation of estimates
• Knowledge of environmental laws regulating water and wastewater utilities
• Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards and regulations
• Knowledge of and skill in using specialized engineering software applications including computer aided designing (CAD) and geographic information systems (GIS)
• Skill in the interpretation and application of engineering standards and procedures, applicable rules and regulations and utility or City policies and procedures
• Skill in the review and evaluation of designs, details, estimates, plans, specifications and other technical engineering data and construction documentation, and in developing solutions based on findings
• Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to design public utility infrastructure projects and water/wastewater treatment plant systems
• Ability to read, interpret and understand technical material and engineering documents
• Ability to conduct research, and write and present reports in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to supervise the work of technical personnel in design and construction projects
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management, other City departments, contractors, developers and the general public
• Ability to use computer, laptop, tablet and other standard office equipment, technology and software
• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress
• Physical Requirements:
• Task involves walking over rough or uneven surfaces, and standing for an extended period of time
• Tasks may require bending, stooping, crouching or kneeling
• Tasks involve lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling items of light to moderate weight (up to 50 pounds), with infrequent lifting of items over 50 pounds
• Tasks require eye-hand coordination in the operation of equipment, instrumentation and tools associated with job duties
• Tasks may require sitting for an extended period of time
• Tasks may involve ascending and descending stairs or ladders
• Tasks may involve entering confined spaces
• Environmental Requirements:
• Tasks are performed in an office or the outdoors, at the water or wastewater treatment plant, or at a construction site, some of which may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as inclement weather, temperature variations, odors, toxic agents, noise, wetness, machinery, traffic hazards, and/or dust
• Sensory Requirements:
• Tasks require color, sound, odor, depth, and visual perception and discrimination
• Other Requirements:
• May be required to work overtime during construction projects, emergencies or other events

Benefits:

• Full benefits package
• Annual pay increases
• Generous paid time off
• Employee and community engagement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Health Savings Account
• Critical Illness, Accident & Universal Life/Long-Term Care Insurances
• Duty-Related Death Benefit
• Health and Wellness Clinic
• Payroll deduction (pre-taxed) for Health Savings Account
• 12 paid holidays and additional paid floating holidays

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, resume and cover letter to:

Employer: City of Kenosha Address: 625 - 52nd Street Room 205 Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140 Phone: 262.653.4130 Website: https://www.kenosha.org