Remote Wastewater Process Engineer - Landfill Liquids

WM; Frankfort (KY); Remote; USD 130,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

WM is seeking a Director of Wastewater Process Engineering to lead enterprise-wide liquids management initiatives. The role oversees policies, systems, and best practices for landfill liquids treatment across facilities, reporting to the Sr. Director of ES&WT.

The position requires expertise in environmental compliance, project leadership, and collaboration with internal and external experts to advance technology and process improvements. Remote work is allowed with siting in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Environmental Management, Biology, Chemistry or similar.
• At least 10 years total experience with 7+ years in industrial wastewater treatment design/operations.
• Master's degree preferred with 10+ years experience; 3+ years in management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead policy, procedures, and programs for landfill liquids handling, treatment and disposal.
• Provide leadership in permitting, design, and construction of leachate treatment facilities.
• Develop action plans to improve leachate treatment performance and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with internal and external experts on technology R&D and environmental solutions.
• Travel as needed up to 25-30% for projects.

Skills

Process modeling

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Project management

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Environmental Management

Master of Science (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Power BI

Job description

WM is seeking a Director of Wastewater Process Engineering to lead enterprise-wide liquids management initiatives. The role oversees policies, systems, and best practices for landfill liquids treatment across facilities, reporting to the Sr. Director of ES&WT.

The position requires expertise in environmental compliance, project leadership, and collaboration with internal and external experts to advance technology and process improvements. Remote work is allowed with siting in the US.