Senior Water Engineer

At
AKS
, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands‑on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next.

When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

If you’re looking for the opportunity to lead meaningful water infrastructure projects and help shape the future of a growing team, this is it. As a Senior Water Engineer at AKS, you’ll guide the design and delivery of water systems that serve cities, counties, and communities across the Pacific Northwest. You’ll also have the freedom to grow your leadership skills, mentor junior staff, and help expand our Public Works practice.

• Lead planning, design, and execution of water production, treatment, storage, and distribution projects
• Build strong relationships with public agency clients by understanding their needs and delivering high‑quality results
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with internal teams like survey, natural resources, and construction support
• Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules for projects across Oregon and Washington (focus on your local area)
• Prepare and review specifications, technical reports, and project documentation
• Depending on your experience, contribute to business development and manage entire project life cycles

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Oregon or Washington—or eligible within 6 months
• 10+ years of experience in water infrastructure design (production, treatment, storage, and/or distribution)
• Skilled in AutoCAD Civil 3D and water modeling software like WaterCAD
• Excellent communicator who enjoys building trust with clients and mentoring the next generation of engineers
• Familiar with national design guidelines (AWWA, EPA, etc.) and adept at summarizing complex technical info
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel

• Experience working with Oregon and Washington public agencies
• Background in trenchless technologies or utility master planning
• Experience managing full projects, including budget, schedule, and client communications
• Familiar with Bluebeam Revu and other project delivery tools
• Confident public speaker comfortable presenting to stakeholders, councils, or boards

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life—not the other way around. Here’s what you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands‑on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work‑life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well‑being—plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates—we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces in Oregon and Washington year after year—for good reason.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.