Essel is looking for a Solid Waste Engineer at the mid to senior level to manage and lead a variety of solid waste management projects. This role combines technical engineering with client relations and team development.
What You'll Do
- Manage and execute diverse solid waste projects, including landfill gas, landfills and infrastructure, and composting.
- Provide design, engineering, permitting, construction, and operations support for solid waste assignments.
- Perform project management, business development, and staff development.
- Engage directly with public and private clients in marketing, client management, and project delivery.
- Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications.
- Plan and coordinate work, representing the company at meetings and conferences.
- Conduct business development activities, including proposal preparation, client meetings, and attending industry conferences.
- Perform field work such as surveys, data gathering, CQA liner installations, and inspections.
- Handle office-based tasks including CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, and creating site plans.
- Make independent decisions on engineering or scientific problems and methods.
What We're Looking For
- Mid to senior level experience in solid waste engineering.
- Ability to perform field work in varied terrain and weather conditions, including driving.
- Ability to receive technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and obtain supervisory approval for proposed plans.
Technical Stack
- CAD drafting
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position. Work locations include San Diego, CA; Long Beach, CA; Pleasanton, CA; and Sacramento, CA.




