{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d1256d2d248af3572b9b7e53","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d1256d2d248af3572b9b7e53","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d1256d2d248af3572b9b7e53","title":"Senior Engineer - Environmental & Solid Waste Engineering","description":"Job Summary\nAs an Engineer you require an experienced professional with strong background in environmental and solid waste treatment . The ideal candidate will possess superior problem-solving and management skills , applying them to a diverse portfolio of technical projects. This role involves direct responsibility for engineering and construction at solid waste disposal facilities, communication with senior management , and mentorship of junior staff . The candidate will be continually challenged to leverage their expertise to enhance our leadership and innovation in providing comprehensive services to a diverse client base.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nEngage, direct, and manage professional consulting firms responsible for various tasks at solid waste facilities, including permit applications, construction plans, site monitoring, and regulatory submissions . The candidate will be responsible for the final deliverables .\n\nMaintain strong relationships with regulators , serving as the primary technical and permitting liaison between regulatory agencies and operating sites. Responsibilities include representing us in permit meetings, hearings, and site inspections and acting as a community liaison at technical conferences and industry forums.\n\nOversee landfill construction projects from design to final approval , including consultant and contractor management, budget oversight, bid preparation, contract administration, and coordination of construction quality assurance firms and material procurement .\n\nManage and track capital budgets for engineering and construction projects, reporting to local management and corporate leadership using company procedures.\n\nCoordinate landfill capacity tracking to optimize assets, including airspace calculations, capacity projections, and fill sequencing plans for cell construction and closure schedules.\n\nConduct regular site evaluations to ensure compliance with construction and permit documentation , identifying expansion opportunities through proactive permitting strategies.\n\nCollaborate with subject matter experts within department to develop cost-effective engineering solutions for operational, environmental, and compliance challenges at landfills, transfer stations, hauling operations, and other facilities. Provide technical expertise to management and departments such as finance, legal, and safety to ensure strategic solutions.\n\nSupport acquisition reviews and divestiture evaluations , including proforma modeling and due diligence coordination with corporate and executive management.\n\nMentor and train technical staff , fostering professional growth and expertise within the team.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation and Experience\n\nEducation : Bachelor's degree (accredited) in Engineering . Preferred specializations include Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering .\n\nExperience : Minimum five years of relevant experience in construction and landfill operations (in addition to educational requirements).\n\nOther Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint , and other relevant software.\n\nWillingness to travel up to 50% , including to remote locations.\n\nExcellent interpersonal skills , with the ability to engage professionally with diverse audiences .\n\nOutstanding verbal and written communication skills .\n\nExtensive knowledge of environmental regulations , including solid waste, air, stormwater, and wastewater compliance .\n\nExpertise in landfill design and permitting .\n\nStrong project management skills , with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously .\n\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.\n\nLeadership skills, with expertise in managing environmental, engineering, and multidisciplinary teams .\n\nAnalytical capability: Ability to interpret business documents, technical procedures, industry regulations, and professional journals .\n\nWorking knowledge of safety regulations .\n\nUnderstanding of accounting processes , including profit and loss (P&L) statements .\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Mdaedge","rawCompany":"mdaedge","city":"Sunriver","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:33:30.888Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2081.00","title":"Environmental Engineers","slug":"environmental-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"562212","title":"Solid Waste Landfill","slug":"solid-waste-landfill"},{"code":"562219","title":"Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal","slug":"other-nonhazardous-waste-treatment-and-disposal"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Engineer - Environmental & Solid Waste Engineering","description":"Job Summary\nAs an Engineer you require an experienced professional with strong background in environmental and solid waste treatment . The ideal candidate will possess superior problem-solving and management skills , applying them to a diverse portfolio of technical projects. This role involves direct responsibility for engineering and construction at solid waste disposal facilities, communication with senior management , and mentorship of junior staff . The candidate will be continually challenged to leverage their expertise to enhance our leadership and innovation in providing comprehensive services to a diverse client base.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nEngage, direct, and manage professional consulting firms responsible for various tasks at solid waste facilities, including permit applications, construction plans, site monitoring, and regulatory submissions . The candidate will be responsible for the final deliverables .\n\nMaintain strong relationships with regulators , serving as the primary technical and permitting liaison between regulatory agencies and operating sites. Responsibilities include representing us in permit meetings, hearings, and site inspections and acting as a community liaison at technical conferences and industry forums.\n\nOversee landfill construction projects from design to final approval , including consultant and contractor management, budget oversight, bid preparation, contract administration, and coordination of construction quality assurance firms and material procurement .\n\nManage and track capital budgets for engineering and construction projects, reporting to local management and corporate leadership using company procedures.\n\nCoordinate landfill capacity tracking to optimize assets, including airspace calculations, capacity projections, and fill sequencing plans for cell construction and closure schedules.\n\nConduct regular site evaluations to ensure compliance with construction and permit documentation , identifying expansion opportunities through proactive permitting strategies.\n\nCollaborate with subject matter experts within department to develop cost-effective engineering solutions for operational, environmental, and compliance challenges at landfills, transfer stations, hauling operations, and other facilities. Provide technical expertise to management and departments such as finance, legal, and safety to ensure strategic solutions.\n\nSupport acquisition reviews and divestiture evaluations , including proforma modeling and due diligence coordination with corporate and executive management.\n\nMentor and train technical staff , fostering professional growth and expertise within the team.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nEducation and Experience\n\nEducation : Bachelor's degree (accredited) in Engineering . Preferred specializations include Civil, Chemical, and Environmental Engineering .\n\nExperience : Minimum five years of relevant experience in construction and landfill operations (in addition to educational requirements).\n\nOther Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint , and other relevant software.\n\nWillingness to travel up to 50% , including to remote locations.\n\nExcellent interpersonal skills , with the ability to engage professionally with diverse audiences .\n\nOutstanding verbal and written communication skills .\n\nExtensive knowledge of environmental regulations , including solid waste, air, stormwater, and wastewater compliance .\n\nExpertise in landfill design and permitting .\n\nStrong project management skills , with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously .\n\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.\n\nLeadership skills, with expertise in managing environmental, engineering, and multidisciplinary teams .\n\nAnalytical capability: Ability to interpret business documents, technical procedures, industry regulations, and professional journals .\n\nWorking knowledge of safety regulations .\n\nUnderstanding of accounting processes , including profit and loss (P&L) statements .\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-16T03:33:30.888Z","dateModified":"2026-07-16T03:33:30.888Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mdaedge","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Sunriver","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"d1256d2d248af3572b9b7e53"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d1256d2d248af3572b9b7e53"}}