Solid Waste Engineer
Solid Waste Engineer
Locations: Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Sacramento, CA
Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000 (commensurate with experience)
Overview
We are seeking a Solid Waste Engineer with a strong background in landfill engineering to support municipal and private-sector solid waste projects throughout California. This role will focus on landfill design, construction oversight, and landfill gas systems, with opportunities to work across a variety of active and closure-phase facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) services for landfill construction projects, including liner systems, grading, and associated infrastructure
- Support the design, installation, and optimization of landfill gas (LFG) collection, conveyance, and control systems
- Provide engineering support for landfill development, expansions, and modifications in compliance with state and local regulations
- Oversee and coordinate field activities, including subcontractors and drilling operations
- Conduct and/or oversee surface water, leachate, and environmental sampling (as applicable)
- Prepare technical reports, calculations, and documentation to support permitting and construction activities
- Coordinate with clients, regulators, and internal project teams throughout project lifecycles
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in solid waste engineering with a strong focus on landfill projects
- Hands-on experience with landfill CQA, including construction oversight and documentation
- Experience with landfill gas systems (design, capture, and conveyance)
- Familiarity with drilling programs and environmental sampling (surface water, leachate, groundwater preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
- Engineer in Training (EIT) license required; Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary with growth potential
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of landfill and solid waste projects across California
- Flexible office location options (LA, SF, or Sacramento)
- Collaborative team environment with opportunities for technical and career advancement
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