Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO)

About KCE:

At KCE, we believe our people are our greatest asset. For more than 50 years, we've built a culture of excellence through investing in our employees. We're proudly employee-owned, which means our key team members have the opportunity to become shareholders and directly shape the future of KCE while staying true to our values and mission.

Shape the Communities You Live In

Are you a dedicated Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO) who wants to make a tangible impact on public health, the environment, and community development? Join our collaborative engineering team and serve municipal clients by administering Pennsylvania's on-lot sewage permitting program. This role blends fieldwork and office responsibilities, offering professional autonomy, strong collaboration with municipalities, property owners, and regulatory agencies, and real opportunities to influence safe, sustainable communities.

What Makes KCE Special

• Employee-owned, local company invested in our people and our communities
• Work/Life Balance as a core value
• Competitive salary with paid overtime
• Opportunity to grow with us as we expand our municipal services
• Flexible schedules and a casual dress code
• Comprehensive medical plans (HDHP with HSA or traditional options)
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, voluntary life options
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
• Paid vacation, sick days, and nine (9) holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Regular company events and team-building activities
• Employee ownership with growth and leadership opportunities

What You Will Do

• Provide professional SEO services to local municipalities.
• Perform soil evaluations and system designs.
• Review Planning Modules.
• Contribute to long-range wastewater planning efforts.
• Help communities make informed, sustainable infrastructure decisions.

What you Bring

• Certification as a Pennsylvania Sewage Enforcement Officer.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in: soil testing, site planning, permit review & inspections, on-lot sewage system design, and planning module review.
• Strong knowledge of the PA Sewage Facilities Act (Act 537) and 25 Pa. Code Chapters 71-73. Experience with Act 537 Plan preparation is a plus.
• Experience in soil testing, percolation tests, and site evaluations.
• Ability to review and evaluate sewage permit applications for regulatory and technical compliance.
• Excellent organizational skills with meticulous recordkeeping and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Preferred experience in construction, plumbing, soils, surveying, or environmental inspection; college-level coursework in environmental science, biology, geology, or a related field.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites across the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas.

How to Apply

We'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing why you're excited about this role and how your experience aligns with our needs.

Please Note

This position is open to U.S. residents with legal authorization to work (no visa sponsorship at this time).