Director, Wastewater & Landfill Liquids

WM; Cheyenne (WY); Remote; USD 130,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

WM seeks a Director, Wastewater Process Engineer to lead enterprise-wide initiatives for landfill liquids management and treatment. You will develop policies, oversee facilities, and drive compliance across all WM sites.

You will guide complex projects, mentor technical teams, and develop innovative treatment solutions while aligning with corporate objectives and environmental standards. This role requires remote work with residence in the US and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental management, biology, chemistry or related field.
• At least 10 years total experience with 7+ years in industrial wastewater design/operations.
• Certifications and/or PE license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policy, procedures, and programs for landfill liquids handling and disposal.
• Lead permitting, design, and construction of leachate treatment facilities.
• Use flow and mass balances to optimize leachate treatment and ensure permits.
• Direct development of leachate and groundwater treatment technologies.
• Collaborate with PMs and SMEs in engineering, WW treatment, and compliance.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Process modeling

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering / Environmental Management / Biology / Chemistry

Master of Science in Engineering / Environmental Management / Biology / Chemistry

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

WM seeks a Director, Wastewater Process Engineer to lead enterprise-wide initiatives for landfill liquids management and treatment. You will develop policies, oversee facilities, and drive compliance across all WM sites.

You will guide complex projects, mentor technical teams, and develop innovative treatment solutions while aligning with corporate objectives and environmental standards. This role requires remote work with residence in the US and travel as needed.