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Entry-level Civil or Environmental Engineer

Blacksburg, VA • On-site

SCS Engineers
Environmental Consulting Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and environmental support for solid waste projects, including landfill and permit design, analysis, and report writing.

  • Prepare engineering calculations, design drawings, and permit applications using AutoCAD and related tools.

  • Conduct construction quality assurance observations and coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients.

SCS Engineers rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 454 rated engineering

Job description

What we are looking for

Are you looking for a career that will make an impact globally and within your local community? SCS is at the forefront of developing sustainable environmental solutions through innovative engineering with a focus on the solid waste industry, emission reductions, and renewable energy projects.   

As an entry-level engineer, you will provide engineering/design support to the Mid-Atlantic team within our existing solid waste practice which is focused on providing engineering and environmental services to private and municipal clients in the landfill, landfill gas, air permitting, and solid waste management industries. You'll receive hands-on training and mentorship while gaining valuable experience in both the field and the office. Potential projects include landfill and other solid waste facility permitting and design (all phases, including construction plans, specifications and construction documents), engineering analysis, feasibility studies, report writing, as well as construction oversight. You will be based out of our Blacksburg, VA office with occasional local travel for fieldwork.

How you can make an impact

As an entry-level engineer, you will contribute to a variety of technical, regulatory, and engineering tasks, including:

  • Prepare engineering calculations in support of reports and design and permit documents.
  • Prepare engineering and permitting design drawings using AutoCAD.
  • Prepare permit applications and/or regulatory agency submittals and responses with supporting documentation.
  • Complete quality control reviews on all work (reports, design plans, design calculations, data, etc.) prior to submission.
  • Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients as directed.
  • Prepare short form site-specific health and safety plans as requested.
  • Participate in health and safety training as required.
  • Conduct and document construction quality assurance observations in the field to ensure compliance with construction documents.
  • Work may include both office and field activities, such as field meetings with clients.
  • Multi-media sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air) and reporting.
  • Oversight of construction activities, collection of samples, etc., as well as office activities including engineering analysis.
  • Occasional travel may be required.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in civil, environmental, biosystems, or geotechnical engineering required.
  • 3 months of relevant solid waste, environmental and/or engineering internship, work and/or research experience required.
  • Basic AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil3D knowledge is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred.
  • Valid Driver's License with a driving record in good standing required.

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Pay RangeUSD $70,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.Additional InformationPlease note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities - from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact - on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com #LI-JH1Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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