Solid Waste Management Engineer

Calgary, AB

Apr 30, 2024

Associated Engineering

We are an employee-owned, Canadian company that is passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy, and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada.

We proudly have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 15 consecutive years and a Platinum Club member. This award recognizes our technical excellence, business performance, innovation, dedication to our staff, and involvement in the community. We have also been a Carbon Neutral Company since 2009 and have EcoAction initiatives across the company. 

We know it takes dedicated, talented individuals working together to consistently deliver high-quality work and service to our clients. We achieve this by promoting collaboration, investing in our people, and fostering a culture that engages and inspires our people to be their best, maximize their potential, and think creatively while applying best practices. If you have what it takes, we want you to join us!

We are currently searching for a Solid Waste Management Engineer in our Calgary office. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop your skills in many areas. This position provides many opportunities to collaborate with talented people. You will be given opportunities for advancement within the company, while receiving constructive feedback to foster your career growth.  

Your responsibilities will include leading and supporting designs of solids waste management facilities in western Canada, focusing primarily on the municipal sector. Your design activities will include technical reports, detailed designs, and providing technical support during construction. You will support facility planning, giving consideration to operational, regulatory and financial priorities. You will coordinate closely with our environmental specialists and support environmental approvals. You will oversee our organization remaining current on regulatory requirements and industry trends. You will also have a leading role in advancing our solids waste management practice, including developing and executing marketing strategies and proposal writing.   

What we offer:

• A flexible work environment that allows for a combination of working from home and in the office.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a fitness allowance, company-matching pension program, and a parental leave top-up program. 
• Ongoing support for your growth and development, including a formal Professional Development program, mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support and a Young Professionals Group. 
• An active Social Club that promotes social activities in and outside the office.
• An office that is walking distance from Crowfoot Train Station. 

What you will bring:

• An undergraduate degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited university. Holding a Masters or PhD degree would be an asset.
• Registered, or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGA.
• 5+ years solids waste management experience with an emphasis on industrial and municipal landfills as well as transfer stations and waste diversion.
• Proven application of government and industry regulations, standards, guidelines, design and specifications in the solid waste environment.
• Experience with facilitating regulatory and environmental approvals for solid waste facilities. 
• Field experience.
• Familiarity with landfill gas systems, evapotranspiration, biocaps, and quantification of greenhouse gases would be an asset.
• Familiarity with contaminated sites would be an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D would be an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability travel within western Canada.

What you will demonstrate:

• A client-service mindset with the ability to be responsive and adaptable to client needs.
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing skills.
• The ability to take initiative, manage timelines, and organize tasks.
• A commitment to a caring culture for both clients and teammates.
• The ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Problem solving skills using both technical knowledge and good judgement.

If this describes you, or you feel as though you have the right skills and attributes for the position, please visit out website and submit your resume to Careers | Get to Know Us | Associated Engineering (ae.ca)

Deadline to apply: April 30, 2024