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Geosyntec Consultants · 4 days ago

Solid Waste Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm seeking a Solid Waste Engineer to join their geoenvironmental and geotechnical practice in San Diego, California. The role involves applying engineering or geology skills to projects related to solid waste management systems while developing necessary business skills for a successful consulting career.

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Responsibilities

Civil design, landfill design, stormwater design, and site layout
Landfill postclosure operation, redevelopment and regulatory compliance
Engineering analyses such as slope stability, seismic deformations, settlement, leachate generation and seepage
Engineering analyses for the design and implementation of geosynthetics such as geocomposite drainage, veneer stability, filtration, puncture protection, and leakage
Preparation of permit applications, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications
Fieldwork associated with geotechnical investigation, design and construction services
Mid-size project/task management
Understanding of local, state and federal regulations related to solid waste
Assisting in the development of proposals and other business development activities
Based on your current level of experience, you may be asked to take on staff mentoring tasks
Drive personal , company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed

Qualification

Civil designLandfill designEngineering analysesModeling/design toolsProfessional Engineer (P.E.)Solid waste managementFieldwork experienceTechnical writingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, geologic or geotechnical engineering
At least 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated strong interest in solid waste
Strong oral and technical writing skills
Experience with modeling/design tools such as HELP model, RUSLE2, and Slope/W (or equivalent software)
Excellent writing and communication skills
Regular fieldwork and overnight travel
Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel

Preferred

Advanced degree in the same
Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration or the ability to obtain P.E. registration within 1 year
Experience with landfill construction quality assurance programs and oversight
Experience with modeling/design tools such as AutoCAD, Vadose/W, and Sigma/W (or equivalent software)

Benefits

Paid holidays
Vacation
Sick
Personal paid time off
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
401(k)
And other benefits to eligible employees

Company

Geosyntec Consultants

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Geosyntec is a full-service consulting and engineering firm that works with private and public sector clients.

H1B Sponsorship

Geosyntec Consultants has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (47)
2024 (50)
2023 (26)
2022 (39)
2021 (23)
2020 (18)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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2022-05-10Acquired

Leadership Team

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Peter Zeeb
Senior Principal, President and CEO
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