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Principal Professional

Kleinfelder

Job Location:

Concord, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 49 - 67

Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 15 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Take Your Engineering Career to the Next Level!

Kleinfelder a Forbes Top Employer for Engineers in North America is committed to a people-first culture technical excellence and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged make a difference and experience professional growth in your career The GTS Area Engineering team is looking for you! Gas Transmission Systems a Kleinfelder Company provides high-quality solutions to natural gas utilities and pipeline operators. You can be a part of an exciting and diverse group of professionals that are committed to being the best at what they do.

JOB SUMMARY

Kleinfelders Concord office is looking for Principal Professionals on a flexible basis.

These hires will direcs technical programs and projects of varying size with overall program/project responsibilities manage assigned staff and will work independently using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve complex problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures consistently accurate and timely client and management communications.
Resolves abstract problems/difficult technical matters (independently and/or as the leader of a technical team) and serves as a technical resource regionally or to a specific market.
Develops and maintains client relationships as assigned.
As a lead technical specialist in discipline performs analytical field and project management work.
Manages major proposal coordination preparation and technical assessment.
Provides expert witness testimony and high-level consultation on projects.

POSITION COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Applied Critical Thinking

Distills the important/critical facets of technical challenges and prioritize effort to solve problems commensurate with the job level. Is recognized regionally or within a specific market for analyzing and solving complex multi-faceted technical problems within their practice area. Routinely engages and directs other specialized technical staff to work on appropriate facets stewarding the process setting priorities and levels of effort and distilling the combined effort to a cohesive conclusion. Oversees trains and mentors staff within the Practice on problem solving.

Project Peer Review

Performs and executes Project Peer Review in compliance with Kleinfelders KQP 4.5. Peer Reviews proposals and project deliverables in accordance with KQP 4.5 with a critical review of the technical approach used to form the professional opinions recommendations. Confirms the work complies with project requirements and the professional standard of care.

Technical Calculations

Performs and executes technical calculations in compliance with Kleinfelders KQP 6.1. Reviews calculations performed by others and demonstrates complete understanding of KQP 6.1. Leads and teaches compliance with KQP 6.1. Understands policies for calculation review. Mentors others in the policies for preparation of calculations.

Technical Communication

Effectively and convincingly communicates technical information in meetings/presentations to practitioners clients and laypersons. Demonstrates and leads effective and convincing communication of technical information as an expert within a region or market. Proficient at communicating with clients or public and routinely accompanies CAMs in market focused meetings or presentations. Frequently presents at external conferences and/or technical seminar. Leads short list interviews and presentations. Is recognized as a regional or companywide expert in at least one area of the practice.

Technical Problem Solving

Applies creativity and appropriate independent thought to solve technical problems commensurate with the job level. Is an internal regional or market specific resource for solving complex technical problems in the discipline. Leads teams of internal or external technical resources to bring the most appropriate technical expertise for the solution. Mentors junior staff on problem solving approaches developing the big picture understanding.

Health & Safety

Demonstrates understanding and commitment to risk assessment and the Health and Safety planning hierarchy by conducting risk reviews for high-hazard work at the proposal stage and budgeting for Health and Safety for each project in their portfolios. Demonstrates leadership in conducting Management Site Visits and LPOs providing recognition coaching and mentoring junior staff for effective project safety management etc. Demonstrates commitment to vetting and managing subcontractors for safety success.

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required Masters preferred.

Experience: 12 years of related experience in consulting engineering firm or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required; or 8 years related experience with a Masters; or 6 years related experience with a PhD.

Certification/Registration:

Technical registration if applicable.

Other Knowledge and Skills: Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations. High level of technical expertise and knowledge of current scientific information in specialty area. Reputation as subject matter expert based on publications and presentations desired.

Following an offer candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials a motor vehicle report (MVR) and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers scientists and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation water energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive cross-disciplinary team of bright curious and innovative problem-solvers we are dedicated to doing the right thing every day on every project from over 110 offices in the US Canada and great people to the best work is our purpose together we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan and paid holiday. The expected hourly range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Hourly Range:$49.16 - $67.87.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff offering each employee every opportunity to grow develop and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

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