Landfill Design Engineer

This position will consult with management to determine how to meet project goals; manage and perform engineering tasks, calculations, and evaluations; prepare reports; perform feasibility studies; and develop engineering plans and specifications. It will provide an opportunity to work on projects focused on solid waste management, landfill cell and closure design, landfill expansion, solid waste facility design and operation support. There is opportunity to support site/civil design, stormwater management, natural resources restoration, water/wastewater evaluations/designs, site remediation, and other environmental and civil areas on interest.

About us: Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble Family, with over 70 years of experience in the energy, materials, recycling, and solid waste industries. We are a dedicated team of seasoned professionals who care about our clients, the environment, safety, our families, and our co-workers. At Kimble we strive for perfection in everything that we do.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar area of study.
• 4+ years of experience, in addition to education required
• Prior civil project/construction management experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or meet the requirements to become licensed in applicable state(s) within one year.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD with emphasis on Civil 3D or Carlson Civil/Mining software.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to perform site grading designs
• Ability to perform cut/fill analysis
• Experience working with regulatory agencies at various levels of government such as MSHA, EPA, OSHA, and a multitude of others.
• Experience in leading environmental, engineering, and other multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with cost/benefit implications and Profit and Loss statements to make sound decisions to enhance profitability.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations relating to air, water, solid waste, and material recovery/recycling, gas systems design, and maintenance.
• Strong mechanical background and/or plumbing knowledge.
• Site Development preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design, permitting, construction specification/preparation, construction administration/management, and construction of documentation of solid waste and other environmental-related engineering services.
• SPCC plans, environmental impact assessments, non-metallic mining reclamation plans, construction site stormwater permits and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), and various engineering plans.
• Contract development and administration, business development, client maintenance, project budget review and monitoring.
• Developing solid waste facility designs, landfill siting and permitting, landfill gas-to-energy facility design and operation, construction and landfill operations, air permitting and permit applications.
• Controlling project plan by reviewing design, specifications, schedule changes, and recommending actions.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
• Active participation in multiple functions of the business including but not limited to project planning and budgeting, accounting, contract negotiation, legal and regulatory interaction, general operations, and maintenance.
• Coordination of internal and external resources to successfully obtain objectives within set deadlines.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Employee Discount Program

Schedule: Day shift | Monday to Friday | Weekends as needed