AKS Engineering & Forestry

Senior Water Engineer

LocationTualatin, OR
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

At AKS Engineering & Forestry, we’re all about building better communities—literally. We help shape neighborhoods, create spaces for businesses, and design the infrastructure that makes life better for everyone. As a locally owned firm, we’ve spent the past 30 years partnering with public and private clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

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 from your home office location.


What You’ll Do

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


Who You Are

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


Nice to Have

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


Why AKS?

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.


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