Solid Waste Engineer | Houston, Dallas or Austin

A growing environmental and engineering consulting team is seeking a Solid Waste Engineer to support and lead a variety of civil, environmental, and solid waste projects across Texas. This role involves technical leadership, project management, regulatory interpretation, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in solid waste permitting, site civil design, and environmental compliance, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulationsReview technical deliverables including site data, reports, construction plans, cost estimates, and permit applicationsPlan, coordinate, and direct work for multiple clients and projectsSupport strategic initiatives and business development, including proposal preparation and cross-sellingMaintain quality control across technical and administrative tasksServe as a client point of contact and foster strong relationshipsConduct on-site work at landfills, contaminated sites, and other field locationsTravel for short-duration projects as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related environmental fieldProfessional Engineer (PE) license in Texas, or ability to obtain within one year5-15 years of experience in solid waste engineering or a related fieldExperience in solid waste permitting, biogas system design, remediation, site civil design, and gas collection and control systems (GCCS)Familiarity with Florida and Southeastern U.S. environmental regulationsStrong communication, organizational, and time management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred)Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Established client relationshipsProject management experience, including budgeting and invoicing