Senior Engineer (PE) - Solid Waste

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Trc Companies, Inc.
Global consultancy delivering environmental, engineering, energy, infrastructure and construction solutions.
Senior engineer managing solid waste design, permitting, and project execution.
21 days ago ago
$110,000 - $153,213
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Richmond, VA
Hybrid
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Energy
Infrastructure
Construction Management
Project Management
Consulting
Technology Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Power & Utilities
Transportation
Water
Government
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
renewable design
leachate design
facility siting
construction management
capacity analysis
staff mentoring
  • Design of landfill based renewable energy systems including solar and wind energy, landfill gas to energy to energy systems
  • Mentor and train junior staff
  • Leachate system design, management, and treatment
  • Facility siting, design, and construction management for: landfills, transfer stations, convenience centers, materials recovery facilities, composting facilities
  • Landfill capacity analysis
What you bring
autocad
civil 3d
pe license
landfill design
stormwater
7+ years
  • 7+ years of experience site planning, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, drainage design, grading plans.
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required
  • Ability to work in a team environment and on multiple projects at the same time required
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D
  • 5+ years of landfill design and permitting experience is required.
  • Excellent technical/computer skills required
  • Odor assessment and mitigation, tracer gas studies, ambient air monitoring
  • Professional Engineer License in Virginia required within six months. North Carolina, South Carolina, Georga and Florida are a plus and may be required in the future
  • Landfill gas collection and control system design including active gas systems. Management, blower/flair station, plant operations system troubleshooting and well field tuning, title V emissions reporting
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
  • 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
  • TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
  • Facility / landfill financial assurance
  • Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
  • These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
  • All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
  • Wetland permitting
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1969 Founded
Year Established
The firm traces its origins to 1969, marking over five decades of global consulting and engineering expertise.
Top ranking
ENR Lists
Recognized annually in ENR’s rankings as a leading firm in design and environmental services.
  • A global consulting, engineering and construction‑management firm.
  • Specializes in environmental engineering, geotechnical work, pipeline, power utilities, water, transportation and government projects.
  • Balancing public and private sector work, it blends field services with digital and inspection technologies.
  • Typical projects include coastal resilience upgrades, substation modernization, brownfield redevelopment, pipeline/installations and transportation infrastructure.
  • Implements high‑visibility, multi‑year programs—from power‑grid upgrades to aquatic centers and submarine cables.
  • Unusual for its breadth: a NASA satellite‑data early adopter and provider of intelligent‑grid and field‑inspection services.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity in all actions
  • Excellence in delivery
  • Innovation through collaboration
  • Accountability for success
  • Commitment to client satisfaction
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Net-zero carbon emissions
Aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
  • Focus on environmental impact reduction in projects
  • Sustainable energy and infrastructure solutions
  • Investment in renewable energy technologies
  • Commitment to minimizing waste and optimizing resources
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Gender balance initiatives in leadership roles
  • Promotion of a diverse workforce through talent acquisition strategies
  • Focus on providing equal opportunities for all employees
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