Site Engineer

The Site Engineer is to serve as the technical support for the facilities they have been assigned. This support takes many forms, including identification and assistance with the resolution of compliance issues, management of technical consultants, technical liaison with regulatory agencies, preparation and management of permits, and management of technical aspects of construction activities from RFP preparation through certification of the work.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Develop a working knowledge of the site. This should include physical features of the site, such as storm lines, sanitary sewer lines, discharge points, USTs, zoning restrictions, etc.
• Develop a working knowledge of the sites' permits. The knowledge should include groundwater, surface water, solid waste, and air permits. Perform and coordinate through the site compliance inspections and reporting as required by the permits.
• Develop a rapport with the regulatory agencies for the sites.
• Track and keep the site manager apprised of the capacity (air space, throughput, etc.) of the facility and keep manager informed of all pertinent engineering and environmental activities on their sites.
• Identify environmental issues with the site and work with the site manager and site team to develop solutions and manage the implementation of the environmental solutions under the site manager's direction.
• As appropriate, prepare RFPs, perform bid evaluations, and serve as project manager of technical contracts. Project management responsibilities will include administering the contract and managing the budget and schedule for the activities.
• In coordination with the site manager, develop and maintain a five-year schedule for the facility. The schedule should include expansion/closure activities, construction activities, and significant compliance activities.
• Review the compliance tracker program at least monthly and develop action plans to meet specific deadlines for consideration of site management.
• In coordination with the site management, manage environmental submittals to achieve zero administrative (on-time, complete) violations.
• Working with the site manager to determine projects required for the next fiscal year, this includes prepare the budget input (cost and schedule) for technical projects, including compliance monitoring and reporting. Review with the appropriate GM by January 1.
• Meet with the site manager for smaller sites like truck depots (conference calls or Microsoft Teams are appropriate) to review the status of environmental and engineering issues monthly.
• Know the status of and participate in developing any environmental corrective measures for your site (including groundwater, surface water, solid waste, and air).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft O365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to follow all department rules, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and take responsibility.
• Ability to take directions from multiple sources and prioritize accordingly.
• Additional skills may be required to perform task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business.
• Good driving record; able to meet Rumpke driving qualifications.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.