Job Title: Solid Waste Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 DOE
About Us:
We are a leading environmental engineering firm dedicated to sustainable waste management solutions. Our team works to provide innovative services that help maintain and improve the environmental health of our communities. We are looking for a talented Solid Waste Engineer to join our growing team in Los Angeles. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work on complex and impactful projects that make a difference.
Job Description:
As a Solid Waste Engineer, you will be responsible for one or more of the following: managing and designing landfill systems, overseeing construction quality assurance, and ensuring environmental compliance. You will be directly involved in landfill gas (LFG) management, biogas engineering design, leachate control, and surface water sampling and remediation. Your role will require close coordination with project teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies to deliver projects that adhere to strict environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Landfill Design & Construction Quality Assurance (CQA): Oversee the design and construction of landfill systems, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Landfill Gas (LFG) & Biogas Engineering: Design and implement gas capture systems for efficient and sustainable management of landfill gas and biogas.
- Leachate & Surface Water Remediation: Manage and implement solutions for leachate control, surface water sampling, and remediation.
- Environmental Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to landfill operations.
- Collaboration & Reporting: Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget. Prepare technical reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental compliance documentation.
- Site Management: Conduct field visits and inspections to ensure proper implementation of engineering designs and safety protocols at landfill sites.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in solid waste management, with a focus on landfill design and CQA.
- Strong understanding of landfill gas (LFG) and biogas systems, including gas capture system design.
- Expertise in leachate and surface water sampling and remediation.
- Proven experience with environmental compliance in landfill operations.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other design and analysis software.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local landfill regulations (e.g., EPA, California Regional Water Quality Control Board).
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible in-office work options with a focus on team collaboration.
- Opportunity to work on exciting, high-impact projects.
- Supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
