Job Posting- Structural Fish Passage Engineer (Entry Level)
Kleinschmidt Associates
Structural Fish Passage Engineer (Entry Level)
Location: Portland, Oregon
Full-time
Salary: $65,000 – $86,000/year
Application Due Date: 11/16/2026
Application Link: https://kleinschmidtgroup.applicantpro.com/jobs/4246578
Questions? Contact: jill.monas@kleinschmidtgroup.com
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Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for an Entry Level Structural Fish Passage Engineer to perform analysis, design and engineering for work related to fisheries, hydroelectric, and water resources projects in our Seattle, WA, Redmond, WA, or Portland, OR offices. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely. This position requires three days per week in-office.
Salary: $65,000 – $86,000/year (based on experience)
Who You Are
A candidate with a BS, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (concentration in Structural Engineering) with a strong interest in working on fish passage projects. Relevant coursework in structural design of concrete and steel structures, finite element analysis, hydraulics, and soil mechanics.
Technically Focused: Knowledge of standards and codes applicable to the structural engineering discipline is required. No two fish passage projects are the same, so the ideal candidate will bring a creative, problem-solving mentality to each job. In addition, Kleinschmidt embraces 2-D and 3-D modeling, so experience or interest in learning Revit, MEP, and AutoCAD is required to support collaboration within the design team.
Relationship & Communication Focused: Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team while applying engineering skills from analysis and design throughout the life cycle of the project. The candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, and working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Additional Requirements
Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States and able to acquire authorization to work in Canada.
Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license
About the Position
Typical duties of this position include structural design and evaluation of concrete and steel structures and general civil design on fish passage and hydroelectric projects under the direction of mid-to-senior level staff. The duties of this position will also include travel for site inspections of concrete and earthen structures and construction monitoring on a limited basis. The successful candidate will join a team of technical professionals working on hydropower, renewable energy, and ecological restoration projects in the U.S. and Canada. This 40-hour per week position will require the successful candidate to be in the Washington or Oregon offices a minimum of 3 days a week to collaborate, mentor, and work with our project team.
Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt
At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With over 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.
Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet.