Senior Technical Specialist – Utilities and Central Energy

• Plan, direct, and supervise complex engineering projects and teams.
• Support the lead discipline engineer in problem definition, design approach, and technology selection.
• Meet with clients and customers when requested to support major decisions and defining project goals.
• Provide technical consultation and guidance to the project team as requested or determined to be necessary.
• Periodically review the progress of project deliverables for quality, technical accuracy and compliance with KFI standards. 
• Execute or lead the execution of project tasks where appropriate due to degree of difficulty, client preference, or other considerations.
• Assist in investigation and root cause analysis of equipment and system failures and implementing preventative measures into KFI standards.
• Work autonomously, developing and implementing solutions to complex problems.

• Maintain an active role in a technical society or professional association.
• Regularly present and/or publish in forums that provide exposure for KFI.
• Engage current and prospective clients through participation in conferences, trade associations, and technical society activities.
• Support project pursuits by participating in pre-proposal meetings and discussions, contributing to and/or reviewing proposals, and participating in selection interviews. 
• Develop and deliver technical presentations or seminars for KFI’s clients on topics relevant to their business. 

• Develop and maintain standard requirements for the quality and content of deliverables including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Identify and guide the development of tools to improve productivity and quality of work including design standards, quality review guidelines, and standard details.
• Maintain the currency and technical quality of master specifications.

• Lead or mentor the technical development of peers and less experienced staff through regular interaction with project teams.
• Utilize project quality control reviews and lessons-learned sessions as teaching opportunities to increase staff knowledge and eliminate repetitive errors.
• Recommend formal training and staff development necessary to maintain KFI’s technical expertise at an industry-leading level.
• Develop and deliver internal training for KFI staff as requested or determined to be necessary. 

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Benefits:

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

Salary Range: $157,500 - $197,000 annually. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Disabilities