Senior Environmental Engineer

S&ME•Charlotte, NC

21d•$110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Are you an experienced Environmental Engineer who enjoys both the technical challenge of solving complex environmental problems and the client-facing side of developing relationships and winning work? As a Senior Environmental Engineer with our Charlotte team, you will play a key role in managing complex projects, providing technical oversight, mentoring staff, and driving business opportunities in the local market. We have a strong backlog of work for the right individual to take the reigns and build upon the client relationships and project work we've already established. We pride ourselves on our client service, technical expertise and quality work while still keeping an engaged, collaborative and fun working environment. If you are passionate about solving environmental challenges, mentoring future leaders, and growing client relationships, we invite you to join us and make an impact.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of professional environmental engineering experience
A Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license required
Strong project management and leadership skills
Excellent business development abilities, and existing client relationships in the local market are a plus
Proven experience with soil and groundwater remediation/design, vapor intrusion, soil gas investigations, contaminated sites, and/or mitigation systems is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead Projects: Manage all phases of projects, including scoping, budgeting, execution, reporting, and client communication.
Technical Oversight: Provide expertise in a variety of projects, including but not limited to soil and groundwater remediation and design, vapor intrusion, mitigation system design/installation, contaminated site management, and emerging contaminant investigations (PFAS).
Field & Design Work: Oversee field investigations (drilling, sampling, data collection) and prepare design recommendations for complex or unusual site conditions.
Mentorship: Guide and support engineers, geologists, and technical staff, fostering career development and in-house training.
Business Development: Leverage your local market knowledge and relationships to identify, pursue, and secure project opportunities. Collaborate with clients to build trust and expand S&ME's presence.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options - with no medical premium increase in 2026
Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
Pet Insurance
Term Life & Long-Term Care Coverage - available Spring 2026
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
Mentorship & Career Development Programs
Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Program
Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
$2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!