What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Engineer position at SCS Engineers?
Who we are and what we are looking for
Whether its reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, weve been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy.
SCS Engineers is seeking a Staff Engineer in the Wichita, Kansas office to perform various activities related to environmental consulting. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner and self-motivated, is eager to learn, embraces teamwork, and has the desire to grow and develop professionally. Project responsibility will have a primary focus on civil/environmental services, landfills and landfill infrastructure, composting, and other projects which may require design, engineering, permitting, construction and/or operations support.
How you can make an impact as a Staff Engineer
- Prepares and reviews engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and permit applications.
- Manage projects and personnel as necessary to meet both client and SCS expectations
- Makes decisions independently on engineering or scientific problems and methods, plans and coordinates work, and represents the company at meetings and conferences.
- Field work in varied terrain and weather will be required, including but not limited to, surveys/data gathering, construction quality assurance, inspections, etc.
- Office based tasks including but not limited to: CAD drafting, mathematical calculations, report writing, creating site plans and facility diagrams, permit applications, etc.
- Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans or projects.
- Travel (day trips or overnight, 20% of travel expected): Varies, most of the initial effort will be in the Wichita area on a daily basis. Occasional overnight travel will be expected to other areas of Kansas and Oklahoma, typically.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering required.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.
- E.I.T. preferred.
- Competent with using MS Office and other computer software normally used in environmental consulting. Experience with using AutoCAD Civil 3D design software preferred.
- Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required.
As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a competitive package, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, 401K, and employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
- Paid holidays and PTO
SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.
If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com.
