Entry-Level Environmental Engineer – Solid Waste & Permitting

SCS Engineers; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with employer match

Annual Bonus Program

Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental**

Job summary

SCS Engineers is seeking an entry-level engineer to join the Overland Park, KS team, supporting the solid waste practice with engineering and environmental services for private and municipal clients. The role covers design, permitting, field and office work, with hands-on training and mentorship.

You will contribute to landfill and related projects, gain experience in reports, design documents, and health and safety planning, with some local travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in civil, environmental, biosystems, or geotechnical engineering required.
• 3 months of relevant solid waste, environmental and/or engineering internship, work and/or research experience required.
• Basic AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil3D knowledge is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• As an entry-level engineer, provide engineering/design support to the Overland Park team.
• Prepare engineering calculations in support of reports and design and permit documents.
• Prepare engineering and permitting design drawings using AutoCAD.
• Prepare permit applications and regulatory submittals with supporting documentation.
• Complete quality control reviews on all work prior to submission.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients as directed.
• Prepare short form site-specific health and safety plans as requested.
• Participate in health and safety training as required.
• Conduct and document construction QA observations in the field.
• Work may include office and field activities, including field meetings with clients.
• Multi-media sampling and reporting (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air).
• Oversight of construction activities and office engineering analysis.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written & verbal communication

AutoCAD

Field & office coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in civil engineering OR environmental engineering OR biosystems engineering OR geotechnical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Civil3D

Job description

SCS Engineers is seeking an entry-level engineer to join the Overland Park, KS team, supporting the solid waste practice with engineering and environmental services for private and municipal clients. The role covers design, permitting, field and office work, with hands-on training and mentorship.

You will contribute to landfill and related projects, gain experience in reports, design documents, and health and safety planning, with some local travel required.