Entry-Level Civil or Geotechnical Engineer
About The Position
SCS is hiring an entry-level engineer to provide engineering and geotechnical support to its Mid-Atlantic solid waste practice, serving private and municipal clients on landfill and waste management projects. The role is based in the Virginia Beach, Virginia office, with occasional travel for fieldwork. The engineer will initially assist with geotechnical aspects of landfill and related facility design, construction quality assurance (CQA), and environmental projects, gaining hands-on experience in both field and office settings. Potential work includes landfill and solid waste facility permitting and design across all phases; preparation of construction plans, specifications, and documents; engineering analyses; feasibility studies; report writing; and construction oversight. The position combines technical, regulatory, geotechnical, and engineering work with field-based project support. It involves analyses and design documentation, investigations and sampling, regulatory submittals, quality control reviews, coordination with project stakeholders, CQA activities, safety planning, and construction observation. SCS is a 100% employee-owned firm focused on environmental engineering and infrastructure, including solid waste, emissions reduction, renewable energy, and remediation projects. The company describes opportunities for career advancement and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or geotechnical engineering, or civil engineering with a geotechnical focus.
- At least 3 months of relevant solid waste, civil, environmental, or geotechnical engineering internship, work, and/or research experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and a driving record in good standing.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
Responsibilities
- Prepare engineering calculations for reports, designs, and permit documents.
- Perform slope stability modeling and analyses for landfills, embankments, and excavations.
- Conduct geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations for solid waste and environmental projects.
- Assist with the design and preparation of construction plans and specifications for landfill and remediation projects.
- Provide input on structural and foundation design for facilities and related infrastructure.
- Prepare permit applications and regulatory agency submittals with supporting documentation.
- Review reports, calculations, design plans, and data for quality control before submission.
- Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients.
- Support and perform CQA activities, including field observation and documentation to verify compliance with plans and permits.
- Prepare short-form, site-specific health and safety plans and participate in safety training.
- Participate in fieldwork, including construction oversight, sample collection, and client site meetings.
- Perform multi-media sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and air, and prepare related reports.
- Balance office-based engineering analysis with field-based project support.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Annual bonus program.
- Student debt employer contribution program.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
