Senior Engineer - Solid Waste

Senior Engineer - Solid Waste

About Parametrix

A 100% employee-owned consulting firm, Parametrix helps clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.

We are a team of professionals - engineers, planners, scientists, landscape architects, surveyors, and construction managers dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

We are committed to being a Best Place to Work, offering hybrid work environments that promote meaningful connections, support work-life balance, and encourage career development. With excellent benefits, rewards, and an inclusive, collaborative team, we create a supportive and enriching workplace.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our Environmental Infrastructure team in the Pacific Northwest. This position will report to our Environmental Infrastructure team lead and focus on solid waste management projects. Project types include varied civil and environmental projects associated with solid and hazardous waste management, and facility design and operation, with services such as:

• Solid waste facility planning, siting, design, permitting and construction;
• Solid waste facility condition assessment;
• Landfill and facility expansion;
• Facility operation and maintenance;
• Facility permitting and compliance;
• Landfill containment system liner design;
• Leachate management;
• Landfill gas management and flare design;
• Contaminated site monitoring and remediation;
• Public-private partnership formation for solid waste management services.

Some of Parametrix's main public sector Environmental Infrastructure and solid waste clients include the Ports of Sunnyside, Olympia and Morrow; Washington Counties: Snohomish, Clark, Grant, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, and Okanogan; Idaho Counties: Elmore and Kootenai; and Oregon Counties: Deschutes and Lane; and the cities of Richland, Walla Walla, and Bremerton; and Seattle Public Utilities. We also perform engineering, permitting, and compliance work for numerous private companies throughout the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii.

We offer remote flexibility and embrace work/life balance. This position can be based in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho with occasional travel throughout these states to interact with clients and coworkers.

You Will:

• Pursue, manage and deliver varied solid waste related projects.
• Know and understand the solid waste market in the Pacific Northwest and support business development.
• Lead the solid waste practice team.
• Support current project and client management.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior professionals.

You Have:

• Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering (or other field combined with an environmental focus).
• PE License in Washington, Oregon or Idaho.
• 10+ years of A&E consulting experience.
• An established reputation with the solid waste marketplace in the Pacific Northwest.

Compensation Information: Base salary for this position is in the range of $160,000-$190,000+. Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Why Join Parametrix?

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you'll share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You'll earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:

• Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it's hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Our Commitment to You

It is our policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons based on ability and fitness to perform job duties regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and all other characteristics protected by law.

At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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