Pleasanton, California, United States Hybrid Employment

Essel is hiring a Solid Waste Engineer

About the Role

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.

Required Skills
CAD draftingSolid Waste EngineeringField WorkProject PlanningTechnical Problem Solving
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