Landfill Engineer

Position Overview :

The Landfill Engineer is responsible for designing, constructing, monitoring, and managing landfill systems to ensure proper waste containment, minimal environmental impact, and compliance with strict regulatory standards. The role focuses on managing key systems such as leachate collection, landfill gas capture, and ensuring proper site operations to protect groundwater and air quality. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental engineering, waste management, and landfill design.

Key Responsibilities :

Site Selection and Assessment :

• Evaluate potential landfill locations by considering critical factors like geology, hydrology, and environmental impact.
• Conduct site assessments and environmental studies to determine the suitability of locations for landfill development.
• Assess risks and prepare environmental impact reports, ensuring the selected site meets local, state, and federal standards.

Design and Engineering :

Construction Oversight :

Operational Monitoring :

Gas Management :

Closure Planning :

Regulatory Compliance :

Stakeholder Communication :

Qualifications : Education :

Experience :

Skills & Abilities :

Certifications :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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