Staff Engineer- Landfill

Job Description

We are looking for a staff engineer to join our team in the Coconut Creek or West Palm Beach offices. You will be trained and mentored in both field and office settings, providing engineering and design support within our existing solid waste practice. This role focuses on landfill, landfill gas, recycling, and composting related to permitting and design, air quality and compliance support, construction, operation, and monitoring for private and municipal clients.

Responsibilities

• Landfill and landfill gas system permitting and design, including construction plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering and scientific principles and practices in solid waste assignment areas and related fields.
• Manage projects and personnel to meet client expectations.
• Make decisions independently on engineering or scientific problems and methods, plan and coordinate work, and represent the company at meetings and conferences.
• Conduct fieldwork in varied terrain and weather, including surveys/data gathering, construction quality assurance, inspections, sample collection, drilling oversight, etc.
• Perform office-based tasks such as CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, creating site plans and facility diagrams, permit applications, etc.
• Engage in business development including proposal preparation, meeting with clients, and attending industry-related conferences/trade shows.
• Receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans or projects.
• Complete quality control reviews on all work product (reports, design plans, design calculations, data, etc.) prior to submission.
• Prepare calculations for reports and in support of design documents as requested.
• Review laboratory data and prepare compliance monitoring reports.
• Travel (day trips or overnight, 20% of travel expected).
• Ensure adherence to client and company policies in all activities including health and safety, security, and ethics.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Civil 3D and grading.
• Experience with landfills or similar projects.
• Proficiency in design, civil engineering, drafting, land development, civil design, site development, AutoCAD Civil 3D, construction documents, volume calculations, well boring logs, site grading, cross-sections, plan view, profile view, plan and profile, stormwater, and drainage.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering, or related major.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant civil or environmental experience.
• Competent in using MS Office and other computer software normally used in environmental consulting.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Valid Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Consulting experience specific to the solid waste industry, including landfill gas management, air compliance, and landfill design and permitting, is preferred.
• AutoCAD experience is preferred.

Work Environment

You will work 5 days a week in the office, with the possibility to work from home 1 day a week once trained. You will be based in either our Coconut Creek or West Palm Beach office. We offer a competitive compensation benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, ESOP, Student Debt Employer Contribution Program, paid holidays, and PTO. Our company culture is employee-friendly and aligned with employee ownership, providing opportunities for growth and advancement in your career.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.81 - $34.62/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Coconut Creek,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $35