Project Engineer - Solid Waste Engineer

Description

• Perform and review detailed calculations: stormwater management, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction density
• Provide bidding and construction administration services
• Manage project budgets and schedules
• Assist with oversight and guidance of projects from initial concept through construction
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports
• Assist clients with construction procurement
• Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages
• Projects will include solid-waste related site development projects: develop master plans, design drawings, design of stormwater management and erosion control systems, technical specifications, and cost estimates
• Prepare various types of related reports and studies to secure permitting for projects
• Produce effective and high-quality project documents (including reports, drawings, and specifications)

Requirements

The Project Engineer / Solid Waste Engineer will work with other engineers and CAD technicians on various civil, solid waste, and environmental related projects in our Charlotte, NC office. The projects are challenging and provide unique design opportunities. You will be responsible for designing solid waste facilities that will enable LaBella to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. The projects are intricate and incorporate both civil and environmental engineering skills, including land development (grading and stormwater management); leachate collection, treatment, and management; renewable energy designs; and organic waste management. Brand new, already operational, and closed solid waste facilities face many different types of challenges - there is never a dull moment, nor is there a cookie-cutter solution that fits every similar situation.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to relate well to project team, clients, regulators, and contractors
• Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms
• Solid waste engineering experience
• Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocated
• Bachelor's degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE
• Team player who is enthusiastic about all aspects of engineering and project management and can lead projects from planning and preliminary engineering through design and construction
• Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste, land development, or closely related projects
• Project management experience
• 5-10 years' experience
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed
• Land development project experience

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Referral Bonus Program
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Community Service Events
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Team Building Events
• Health/Dental Insurance
• Leadership Development Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance