Landfill Operations Engineer

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)