Engineer III

Waste Management; United States; On-site; USD 101,535 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Match

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking an experienced engineer to support environmental and solid waste projects. This on-site role involves managing construction at waste disposal facilities, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with regulators and external consulting firms.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and five years of relevant experience, demonstrating superior management and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary range of $101,535 – $155,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience required.
• Experience in the environmental and solid waste industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage and manage consulting firms for solid waste facility tasks.
• Maintain relationships with regulators and represent WM in meetings.
• Oversee landfill construction projects from plans to approval.
• Manage capital budgets for engineering and construction projects.
• Coordinate landfill capacity tracking and project timelines.
• Evaluate sites for permit adherence and expansion potential.
• Collaborate with other WM professionals for engineering solutions.
• Participate in acquisitions review and divestiture evaluations.
• Train and mentor technical staff assigned to your team.

Skills

Problem-solving

Management skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED

The company offers relocation assistance to qualified candidates.

Job Summary

This position requires an engineer with significant experience in the environmental and solid waste industry. The ideal candidate will possess superior problem‑solving and management skills that will be applied to a diverse portfolio of technical projects. You will be directly responsible for engineering and construction at solid waste disposal facilities, will communicate with senior management, and direct and mentor junior staff. You will be continually challenged to use your knowledge and skills to advance WM’s status as the leader and innovator in providing comprehensive waste management services to a variety of clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage, direct, and manage professional consulting firms that perform a variety of work tasks at solid waste facilities, such as preparing permit applications and construction plans, conducting site monitoring, preparing regulatory submittals, etc. Will be responsible for final work product.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with regulators and serve as a direct line of communication on technical and permitting matters between regulatory agencies and operating sites. This will include representing WM in permit meetings, hearings, and site inspections. Act as a professional representative for WM as a community liaison, at technical conferences and other forums.
• Manage landfill construction projects from overseeing the preparation of construction plans to final approval. Tasks will include managing consultants, contractors and budgets, preparation of bid documents, bid letting, contract administration, coordinating contractors, construction quality assurance firms, and materials order and delivery.
• Actively manage and track capital budgets for engineering and construction projects and report to local management and corporate using company procedures.
• Coordinate landfill capacity tracking to help manage this key asset. This will include developing airspace calculations and completing capacity projections; as well as working with landfill managers to develop efficient fill sequencing plans and schedules for cell construction and closure timing.
• Provide continuous evaluation of sites for adherence to construction and permit documents and for site expansion potential through regular site visits. Be proactive in pursuing and obtaining required or beneficial permits and/or permit modifications.
• Collaborate with other professionals and subject matter experts within WM to provide innovative, cost effective engineering solutions to identified or potential operational, environmental, and compliance issues at landfills, transfer stations, hauling operations and other businesses in your area and potentially across the company. Provide technical expertise and direction to management and other functional areas such as finance, legal and safety to present a clear path to resolution.
• Participate in review of acquisitions and coordination and evaluation of divestitures, including proforma modeling assistance and interaction with corporate and executive management during due diligence.
• Assist in training and provide mentorship and supervision of WM technical staff assigned to your team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or similar area of study
• 5 years of related experience

Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Work in landfill.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $101,535 – $155,000. This range represents a good‑faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, company match on 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note benefits may vary by site.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.