Project Engineer – Solid Waste Engineer

TEEMA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with match

Profit sharing

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development

Wellness programs

Job summary

TEEMA in Charlotte, NC seeks a Civil/Environmental Engineer to design solid waste and site development projects, including master plans, drawings, and specs. You will perform stormwater modeling, leachate analysis, and pipe sizing, while preparing reports and permitting documents.

The role involves supporting projects from concept to construction, managing schedules and budgets, and mentoring junior staff. A PE is preferred and 5–10 years of experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 5-10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• PE preferred; EIT on track to licensure considered.
• Experience in solid waste, land development, or related civil projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Design solid waste and site development projects, including master plans, drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform detailed engineering analyses such as stormwater modeling, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction.
• Prepare engineering reports, studies, and permitting documents.
• Support projects from concept through construction, including bidding and construction administration.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.
• Participate in proposal development and client support.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

You will work on new, active, and closed solid waste facilities, tackling a wide range of challenges that blend civil and environmental engineering. Projects include site grading, stormwater management, leachate collection and treatment, renewable energy systems, and organic waste management, providing meaningful variety and long-term technical growth.

Key Responsibilities

Design solid waste and site development projects, including master plans, drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates

Perform detailed engineering analyses such as stormwater modeling, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction

Prepare engineering reports, studies, and permitting documents

Support projects from concept through construction, including bidding and construction administration

Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff

Participate in proposal development and client support

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

5-10 years of relevant engineering experience

PE preferred; EIT on track to licensure considered

Experience in solid waste, land development, or related civil projects

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Strong communication, organization, and project management skills

Why Join Us

We offer a flexible work schedule, challenging technical projects, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, career growth, and financial well-being, including

• healthcare
• 401(k) with match
• profit sharing
• PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• leadership development
• wellness programs

If you're looking for technically rewarding work with real environmental impact, we'd love to connect.