Civil Engineer- Waste Management

Overview

As a Civil Engineer for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Charlotte, NC office, you’ll support civil and environmental engineering projects primarily associated with solid waste facilities. You’ll perform a variety of engineering tasks, including airspace calculations, excavation and fill volume analysis, stormwater management design, landfill grading, and leachate and landfill gas collection system design. You’ll contribute to technical report preparation, data management, and analysis, while also participating in field activities such as Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) for landfill cell and cap construction.

You’ll collaborate with internal teams, clients, and contractors to support the successful design, construction, and certification of landfill projects, with time split between office and field environments.

At CEC, every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.

• Perform engineering analyses, including airspace modeling, excavation and fill volume calculations, and technical evaluations
• Prepare and assist with technical reports, design plans, specifications, and supporting documentation
• Design stormwater management systems and support landfill grading and infrastructure design, including leachate and landfill gas collection systems
• Conduct field work, including Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) for landfill construction and closure projects
• Manage and analyze project data to support engineering design and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, contractors, and field staff to support project execution
• Ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables in accordance with regulatory and client requirements

Our Charlotte office is home to a collaborative and growing team of professionals in one of the Southeast’s most vibrant cities. Located near both the mountains and the coast, Charlotte offers a unique mix of urban energy, outdoor recreation, and Southern charm. With top-rated schools, a thriving downtown, and a strong sense of community, Charlotte is a great place to live, work, and grow.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
• Previous internship experience preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite for technical documentation and communication
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, or similar engineering modeling software
• Communicate effectively through written and verbal formats
• Effectively follow direction, manage tasks, and meet project deadlines

• Experience supporting solid waste or landfill design projects
• Familiarity with Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) practices for earthwork or liner systems
• Experience performing stormwater modeling and design calculations
• Effectively work in both office and field environments
• Interest in developing project management and client-facing skills

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Performance bonus
• Company stock
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development
• Work-life balance

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.