Sr. Landfill Engineer - Waste & Recycling

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Engineer – Waste & Recycling Division

Birmingham, AL Metro Area - paid relocation available

Full-Time | Civil or Environmental Engineering

Join a growing Waste & Recycling Division delivering high-impact solid waste, environmental, and site development projects . We’re looking for a Senior Engineer who can lead complex design work, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and mentor the next generation of engineers.

• Lead planning, design, scheduling, and execution of solid waste site development projects (landfills, transfer stations, convenience sites).

• Oversee master plans, design drawings, stormwater systems, erosion control , specifications, and cost estimates.

• Prepare reports, studies, and permitting documents.

• Direct internal teams of engineers, designers, and geologists, plus external specialty consultants.

• Mentor junior staff across multiple offices and support their technical development.

• Travel to project sites and client locations to evaluate conditions and monitor construction.

• B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering and P.E. license in Alabama (reciprocity will be considered) .

• 10–15 years of experience in solid waste or closely related civil/environmental projects.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and comfort leading large, complex engineering projects.

• Strong communication skills and a passion for teaching, team leadership, and client interaction.

• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

A holistic benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being —including healthcare, retirement, insurance programs, wellness reimbursements, tuition assistance, and year-end incentive pay. Paid relocation for qualified engineers who are interested in relocating to Birmingham, AL.