Solid Waste Civil Engineer: Field Inspections & Permits

County of Orange; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Orange seeks a Civil Engineer in the Environmental Health Division's Solid Waste Program in Santa Ana, CA. The LEA conducts licensing, permitting, and inspections to protect public health and the environment.

The role focuses on reviewing technical plans, overseeing landfill closures, coordinating with CalRecycle and local agencies, and providing expert testimony when needed.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of civil engineering experience, preferably in solid waste or regulatory settings.
• Knowledge of CEQA, environmental regulations, and landfill operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reports and public meetings.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply solid waste laws and regulations to review projects.
• Inspect landfills and assist in permit development.
• Evaluate and comment on engineering plans for closures and gas systems.
• Prepare CEQA documents in coordination with the County Planning Department.

Skills

Civil engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Site inspections

Technical reports

Tools

Microsoft Word Suite

CAD

Blue Beam

Job description

County of Orange seeks a Civil Engineer in the Environmental Health Division's Solid Waste Program in Santa Ana, CA. The LEA conducts licensing, permitting, and inspections to protect public health and the environment.

The role focuses on reviewing technical plans, overseeing landfill closures, coordinating with CalRecycle and local agencies, and providing expert testimony when needed.