Senior Environmental Engineer

S&ME • Full-time • Charlotte, NC, US • 1m ago

Senior Environmental Engineer

Requisition Number: 2025-1350-12

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including:

Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) with company matching
PTO with rollover
Maternity/paternity leave
Tuition reimbursement
Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
$2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Senior Environmental Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina, you'll be at the heart of our environmental projects, handling everything from client communication and project planning to budgeting and report preparation. You will lead and mentor a team of professional engineers/geologists, providing guidance, advice, and in-house training to support their professional development and growth. You'll also lead efforts to bring in new business, expanding our impact. This position will include a mix of both field and office work associated with environmental evaluations. You'll interact with clients, contractors, regulators, local government officials, and the public to help our clients complete their projects.

What You'll Do:

Project Management: Lead projects independently, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and sustainable business goals. Manage small to medium projects, consulting with senior staff on technical matters. Showcase strong organizational and time management skills.
Field Operations: Plan and execute field investigations, including drilling, sampling, and data collection. Lead teams during fieldwork to ensure effective environmental evaluations.
Technical Expertise: Apply engineering and technical computations, emphasizing experience with Superfund and contaminated sites. Independently verify calculations, review laboratory data, and formulate recommendations.
Report and Proposal Preparation: Coordinate and prepare professional reports, adhering to company policies and technical best practices. Develop scope and fee proposals for small to medium projects under senior guidance.
Mentor & Engage: Guide junior staff, foster their development, and actively participate in industry organizations.

What We're Looking For:

A Bachelor's degree in Biological or Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related technical field
A minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
A Professional Engineer (PE) license
Excellent project management skills and team leadership
Excellent business and technical writing skills

What to Expect:

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Outdoor, hands-on work in all weather conditions
Traveling out-of-town (typically overnight) for assignments as necessary
Working outside of normal business hours when necessary

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to expand your career in the environmental engineering industry.

Ready to Get Started? Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

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