Project Engineer

Weaver Consultants Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer in Springfield, IL. The ideal candidate will have expertise in solid waste engineering, including landfill design and compliance. Responsibilities include project management, technical report writing, and using AutoCAD for designs. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. This role offers professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of professional experience, preferably in the solid waste industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and MS Office.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and delegate responsibilities.
• Assist in design of grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Prepare technical reports and permit applications.

Skills

Project management

Engineering modeling

Landfill design

AutoCAD

Construction documentation

Compliance

Education

Bachelors of Science in Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

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Weaver Consultants Group is growing and seeking highly motivated professionals. From design to engineering and permitting assistance, no other privately-held engineering firm offers a more comprehensive range of services to the Solid Waste industry than our diverse team. Whether you’re a student, early career professional, or seasoned leader, Weaver Consultants Group provides a place where you can flourish throughout the many stages of your career. We invest in our employees’ personal and professional development, empowering them to learn, grow, and reach their maximum potential.

The ideal candidate will have professional experience in engineering design for the solid waste industry including strong competencies in landfill design, compliance, and construction documentation. Experience in project management, engineering modeling, permitting, AutoCAD, surface water design, and construction document preparation is preferred. The position will be a technical resource to other Weaver staff, mentor to team members, and foster a culture focused on delivering high quality services to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and delegate responsibilities and tasks as assigned
• Manage a certain amount of Net Revenue Performed and a percentage of Profit of Net Revenue Performed
• Assist and implement site layout grading, drainage, site utilities, including design of force mains, leachate collection systems, landfill gas collection systems, storm water management and erosion and sediment control
• Solid waste engineering design and permitting (landfills, transfer stations and recycling facilities)
• Prepare technical reports such as operating plans, CQA reports, and permit applications
• Collect air and water monitoring samples
• Analyze technical data
• Report writing; implement logic and creativity in design issues
• Effective communication with colleagues and superiors
• Use of computer-aided design (AutoCAD) packages to design projects
• Construction observation and documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Civil, Geological or Environmental Engineering required
• At least 3-5+ years of professional experience, preferably in solid waste
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D preferred
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• EIT/P.E. license preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to include proposal writing and reporting
• Experience in Rational, SCS hydrological analysis or other storm water analysis preferred
• Experience with State and Municipal projects a plus
• Flexible schedule for overtime
• Travel will be required
• Valid Driver's license required

From its inception in 1991, Weaver Consultants Group has been founded upon the tenets of attentive and responsive customer service, strong project management, and solid internal financial controls. The quality of our people, our focus on understanding and responding to our clients' needs, and our application of good business management practices have resulted in most new projects originating from our existing customer base.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability. Weaver Consultants Group maintains a drug-free workplace.

Additional

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