About this opportunity
Sme Engineers lists this Solid Waste Engineer (senior level) opportunity in cumberland, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the role
As a Solid Waste Engineer/Project Manager , you will report to a firm principal and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects for commercial, municipal, and industrial solid waste clients across Maine and the northeastern United States. You will collaborate closely with SME’s multidisciplinary staff and regularly interact with clients, regulatory agencies, and the public, making strong interpersonal and communication skills essential. This role is based in Cumberland, Maine.
This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work on a wide range of solid waste management and civil engineering projects. At SME, we take pride in building and maintaining positive, long‑term relationships with all stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Manage projects from concept through completion, ensuring schedule and budget goals are met
Perform engineering and design work, including site grading, stormwater management, geosynthetics, and pump and piping systems
Prepare technical reports, specifications, and permit applications
Provide construction engineering inspection and documentation services
Support engineering tasks for the Cumberland, Maine, office
Maintain strong organizational skills to keep tasks on schedule
Collaborate as an integral team member and problem solver, developing practical, cost‑effective solutions for clients
Qualifications
B.S. in Environmental or Civil Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or willingness to obtain within one year
Experience in project management and construction contract administration
Proficiency in engineering design, technical reporting, and specifications
Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD
Experience with local, state, and federal permitting
Strong oral and written communication skills
100% company‑paid medical, life, and long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
Annual contributions to the enrolled employee’s Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid vacation and sick time, plus 9 paid holidays per year
Performance based year‑end bonuses
Retirement plan comprising three components: 401(k) plan with generous matching contribution
Profit sharing
Non‑discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution
Benefits
Work‑life balance and flexible working hours
Professional development and growth opportunities
Intraoffice groups, including hiking, hockey, and running
Community involvement such as volunteer days and an SME sponsored road race team
Fall golf event, food truck days, cornhole tournaments, chili cookoff competition, and more!
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Who can apply
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