Project Engineer - Solid Waste Engineer

Labellapc

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Richmond, VA is seeking a Project Engineer/Solid Waste Engineer to design solid waste facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing projects, preparing engineering documents, and managing budgets. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, 5-10 years of relevant experience, and project management skills.

Qualifications

5-10 years experience in civil engineering, particularly solid waste.
Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE.
Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste.

Responsibilities

Develop master plans, design drawings, and technical specifications for solid waste projects.
Prepare reports and studies to secure permitting for projects.
Assist with project oversight from concept through to construction.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Project management experience

Team player

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Civil3D

Job description

The Project Engineer / Solid Waste Engineer will work with other engineers and CAD technicians on various civil, solid waste, and environmental related projects in our Richmond, VA office. The projects are challenging and provide unique design opportunities. You will be responsible for designing solid waste facilities that will enable LaBella to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. The projects are intricate and incorporate both civil and environmental engineering skills, including land development (grading and stormwater management); leachate collection, treatment, and management; renewable energy designs; and organic waste management. Brand new, already operational, and closed solid waste facilities face many different types of challenges – there is never a dull moment, nor is there a cookie-cutter solution that fits every similar situation.

Duties

Projects will include solid-waste related site development projects: develop master plans, design drawings, design of stormwater management and erosion control systems, technical specifications, and cost estimate
Prepare various types of related reports and studies to secure permitting for projects
Draft work for scoping/conceptual work/engineering packages
Assist with oversight and guidance of projects from initial concept through construction
Assist in the preparation of project proposals
Collaborate, mentor, and lead as appropriate
Prepare preliminary engineering reports
Perform and review detailed calculations: stormwater management, leachate generation and pipe sizing, slope stability, and compaction density
Produce effective and high-quality project documents (including reports, drawings, and specifications)
Assist clients with construction procurement
Provide bidding and construction administration services
Manage project budgets and schedules

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
5-10 years experience
Registered as a Professional Engineer preferred or E.I.T. on track to become PE
Project management experience
Minimum 4 years of civil engineering experience, including solid waste, land development, or closely related projects
Effective communication skills using oral, graphic, and written forms.
Ability to relate well to project team, clients, regulators, and contractors
Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed
Ability to manage workload and budgets as allocatedKnowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D
Team player who is enthusiastic about all aspects of engineering and project management and can lead projects from planning and preliminary engineering through design and construction

Preferred Qualifications

Solid waste engineering experience
Land development project experience

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.