Position Title: Landfill Operations Engineer

Pay Rate: $54.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours/week)

Location: Nokomis, FL

Position Summary:

Our client is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the Solid Waste Department in a consultant capacity. This role will provide project management advisement, engineering expertise, and operational support on capital improvements and other technical assignments related to landfill operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide engineering consultation and subject matter expertise on landfill operations

Review and submit regulatory permits, reports, and data

Advise on fill sequence progress, confirmed through survey or data

Support staff with technical and engineering projects

Oversee or complete advanced technical assignments

Manage and direct consultants, contractors, and internal staff

Perform technical analyses and certify plans and specs

Coordinate assigned capital improvement projects

Sign and seal documents as a licensed professional engineer

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field

Four (4) years of project experience post-licensure

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Geologist (P.G.) required

Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience

Preferred Certifications/Experience:

SWANA Manager of Landfill Operations

Florida Landfill Operator Certification

Florida Professional Engineer License

Experience with eBuilder software, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and survey methods

Environmental engineering or solid waste management background

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Work may involve exposure to outdoor conditions and occasional contact with chemicals or fumes

Steel-toe shoes required

Valid driver’s license required (driving may be necessary, but no assigned vehicle)