COMPANY OVERVIEW
EKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned company that has delivered comprehensive environmental, engineering, and water resources services to public and private sector clients for over 35 years. Our staff includes professional engineers, professional geologists, certified hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, data engineers and scientists, computer-aided designers, geographic information system (GIS) specialists, and relational database specialists.
As an employee-owned firm, EKI fosters a unique company culture built on collaboration, shared ownership, and a deep commitment to making a meaningful impact on the environment and the communities we serve. Our continued growth across offices nationwide reflects the strength of our team and the trust our clients place in us — and that growth creates real opportunities for our employees to advance their careers, take on leadership roles, and build lasting professional legacies. If you are passionate about improving the environment, advancing your career, and having a direct stake in the success of the company you work for, then EKI is the place for you.
The Senior Systems Engineer position reports to the Environmental Services Group Engineering Team Leader (TL) and is responsible for leading complex soil and groundwater remediation and industrial wastewater collection and treatment system design, installation, and operation, monitoring, and maintenance (O&M) projects under our expanding Environmental practice in Daly City, California, as well as supporting projects across EKI’s geographic footprint. The position requires collaboration with clients, oversight of contractors, strategic interaction with regulatory agencies, and leadership and mentorship of internal teams to develop practical and cost-effective solutions to complex business and technical challenges. In addition, the position will require supporting the Engineering Technical Director (TD) to grow the firm’s technical capabilities and promote quality of client service, efficiency, and cross-practice collaboration in the delivery of technical services.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:
Serve as a technical leader of the Environmental Services Group Lead, direct, and contribute to environmental engineering and contractor teams to execute complex systems design, installation, and O&M projects meeting technical, quality, budgetary, and scheduling requirementsCollaborate with multidisciplinary design and construction teams to integrate environmental design considerations into our clients’ redevelopment or improvement designsApply expertise, creativity, and innovation to strategically solve complex problems as an advocate for EKI’s clientsPrepare high-quality deliverables including design plans and technical specifications, operation and maintenance manuals, pilot test workplans/reports, engineer’s cost estimates, and bid packages Provide mentorship to early career staff to develop technical skillsCommunicate technical content to varied audiences leveraging high-quality and concise verbal and written skillsImplement risk management strategies related to the design, installation, and O&M of systems, including the management of contractual risk, in collaboration with senior managementContribute to EKI internal initiatives to develop and refine engineering standards and practices in collaboration with the Engineering Technical DirectorParticipate in request for proposal evaluation, proposal preparation, client interviews, and contract negotiations, as appropriateContribute to EKI participation and thought leadership in environmental engineering and related professional associations and conferencesEnsure compliance with safety standards Implement policies that promote company culture and vision as developed by the EKI management teamOther duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering or related engineering discipline; Master’s degree preferredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a systems engineer or similar roleMust have Professional Engineer license in the State of California or be able to obtain license within 12 months following employmentMust be able to critically review and edit technical reports to meet scope and quality objectives, as well as client expectationsMust have skills in quality control, planning, cost estimating, and schedulingMust have a record of successful client advocacy and excellence in client-facing technical communicationsMust be able to assign and manage workMust have effective mentoring skillsMust be able to provide real time input to engineering teams during preparation of technical workplans, design deliverables, and construction submittals and requests for information from construction contractorsOSHA HAZWOPER training preferred but not requiredCompetencies
Must have advanced communication skills both oral and written, including ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, technicians, designers, engineers, owners, and other project managers for the preparation of high-quality work productsMust have a strong work ethic and attention to detailMust be able to develop strong relationships with clients and potential clients to position EKI to win work from these contactsMust have advanced ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and lead various project teamsMust have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionallyMust have a great attitude and eager to learnMust have a current valid driver’s license
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent short deadlinesMust have the ability to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste site(s)Must be able to lift up to 50 lbsMust be able to work 10-hour daysMust be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periodsMust be able to communicate with others to exchange informationMust be able to assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 20% of the time
As an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including:
Company Paid Group medical, vision and dental benefits for Employee (Employee only pays for dependent coverage)Company Paid Basic Life, Supplemental Life also availableDisability Insurance: STD & LTDAdditional supplemental insurance available: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, Pet InsuranceTraditional or Roth 401(k) and Annual 401 (k) profit-sharing contribution Career Retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)Advancement opportunitiesOutstanding training opportunitiesIncentive compensation including bonuses
EKI Environment & Water, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. This description may be amended at any time and employee may be assigned other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Notice to Third Party Agencies:
EKI Environment & Water, Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
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