at GEOSYNTEC CONSULTANTS in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Experienced Solid Waste Engineer
Primary Location
US-IL-Oak Brook
ID
2024-2216
Category
Solid Waste
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Remote
No
Additional Location
US-IL-Chicago
Overview
Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?
Geosyntec is looking for an Experienced Solid Waste Engineer with at least five years (7+ preferred) of experience to join our geoenvironmental and geotechnical practice in Illinois (Oak Brook or Chicago locations). Apply your engineering or geology skills to projects involving landfills, transfer stations, surface impoundments, geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, solid waste planning, and other solid waste management systems while further developing the business skills needed for a successful consulting career.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Landfill engineering design, including liner and final cover system design, landfill gas system design, site closure and financial assurance;
Civil design, transfer station design, stormwater design, and site layout;
Engineering analyses such as slope stability, hydrologic and landfill gas modeling, seismic, and seepage;
Small project/task management and proposal preparation support;
Understanding of local, state and federal regulations related to solid waste;
Preparation of permit applications, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications; and
Fieldwork associated with investigation, design and construction services.
Education and Licensure
Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, geology or environmental science. (required)
Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Illinois (preferred) or the ability to obtain P.E. registration within 2 years. (preferred)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
At least 5 years (7+ preferred) of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
Demonstrated strong interest in solid waste. (required)
Strong oral and technical writing skills. (required)
Experience with modeling/design tools such as AUTOCAD, KYpipe, fate transport modeling, Slope/W, Vadose/W, Sigma/W, FLAC and ARCGIS. (preferred)
Regular fieldwork up to 30% and overnight travel up to 30%. (required)
Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer including minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
