Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer.

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer to join the Nashville team. You will work with design professionals on permitting, construction, surveys, mapping, and related projects, providing design and drafting support for project delivery.

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D is required, GIS experience is a plus. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $55,000 to $95,000, plus an annual bonus, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
• 1–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• EIT license preferred.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D; ability to perform design drafting with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Produce plan, profile, cross-section and detailed drawings for remediation, environmental construction and civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and edit drawing/map products including contouring, digitizing and data management.
• Communicate potential issues to leadership and adhere to schedules and budgets.
• Maintain safety and participate in ongoing improvement programs.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS experience

EIT

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About Us

We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Our Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer position is located in Nashville, TN. As the successful candidate, you will work with a diverse team of design professionals on a variety of permitting, construction, surveys, mapping and related projects providing design and drafting support for project delivery. The ideal candidate will be proficient with AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Experience with GIS would be an asset. The annual salary for this role ranges from $55,000 to $95,000, in addition to an annual bonus, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Work on multiple projects simultaneously including providing support to the senior technical lead on projects
• Producing plan, profile, cross-section, and detailed drawings for projects related to remediation, environmental construction, and civil infrastructure.
• Preparing and editing drawing/map products including contouring, digitizing, editing, and data management.
• Communicates to leadership when potential issues are foreseen, or potential issues arise that may inhibit performing tasks within the allotted schedule and budget
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts
• Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Local travel between 30% to 50%

Specific Project – Related Responsibilities

• Prepare permit documents, construction plans, and specifications for facilities including landfills, recycling facilities, transfer stations, and convenience centers
• Prepare Part B Permit Application Documents and associated permit documents for Industrial Facilities
• Prepare permit documents, construction plans, and specifications for remedial actions related to Voluntary, RCRA, and CERCLA clean-up actions
• Prepare SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, and ARAP Applications
• Prepare construction cost estimates and financial assurance estimates
• Conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment

Your Expertise and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related fields from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 1 to 4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• EIT license - preferred
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and the ability to complete design drafting work with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with civil infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles
• Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40-hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher class
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Outgoing / team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong organizational skills

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for individuals with disabilities.

At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth.

“Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve my client experience and work that I deliver.” - Erin Peck, Emissions Services

“There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots‑on‑the‑ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up daily. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together.” - Andre Richardson, Consulting

“I knew my position here would be more than just a job. Every day is a new, exciting challenge to solve, and I get to go home knowing that the work I am doing is having a positive impact on the world.” - J Esteves, R&D