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SCS Engineers

Environmental solutions engineering and compliance

Facilities Design Engineer - MRF and Transfer Stations

Full-TimeDeadline 9/3/27
$140k - $200k/yr+ Annual bonus program
Expert
Bachelor's
United States
In PersonMay be based at an SCS office in California, Arizona, Nevada, or Utah, or potentially work remotely.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or science is required.
  • At least 10 years of relevant design experience with transfer stations and materials recovery facilities is required.
  • Strong oral presentation and written communication skills are required.
  • A valid driver's license and a driving record in good standing are required.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others and foster team spirit across all levels of personnel.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and set an example of personal conduct and ethics.
  • Serve as Project Director on project deliverables, emphasizing client contact and liaison, and provide technical, contractual, and administrative support to Project Managers.
  • Assist in proposal development and preparation of budgets, emphasizing engineering/scientific and technical quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability.
  • Implement the company’s Quality Assurance Program in the Southwest Region and provide technical review and quality assurance support for projects and proposals.
  • Provide technical expertise on equipment, design, permitting, commissioning, and operations for materials recovery facilities, transfer stations, and other technologies, including operational and performance assessments.
  • Guide Project Managers in handling project staff, staffing assignments, and resource accounting for project execution.
  • Represent the firm in business development and provide technical foundations for development of larger long-term projects.
  • Develop and implement strategic marketing programs and formal business development plans for assigned activities; monitor business development and pursue cost efficiency and long-term positioning.
  • Plan and prepare proposals, budgets, and cost estimates.
  • Establish and maintain contact with local and regional communities, participate in professional and trade associations, and encourage office personnel to participate in professional activities.
  • Train and mentor staff and Project Managers in developing effective technical and project management skills.
  • Assist staff in professional development, involve staff in decision-making, provide on-the-job training and outside education, and establish career opportunities for staff.
  • Adhere to the safety program and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure is preferred but not required.
  • Business development experience on the West Coast is preferred.

About the company

SCS Engineers provides environmental solutions to private and public sector clients by combining long-term experience with compliance and technology. The company covers water, air, soil, and solid/ hazardous waste issues and offers a full project lifecycle through Consulting, Engineering, Construction, O&M, Monitoring, and Compliance services. Their approach is to assess environmental needs, design and implement projects, and monitor and maintain compliance using technical expertise and industry standards. SCS distinguishes itself through a proven track record as a top performer across multiple environmental categories and a long-standing top-tier ranking by Engineering News-Record for solid and hazardous waste engineering, indicating depth of expertise, scale, and reliability. The goal is to help clients meet environmental requirements, reduce risk, and achieve compliant, effective environmental outcomes through integrated, end-to-end solutions.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 settlement removed trademark uncertainty and clarifies brand separation.
  • EPA's 2026 PFAS guidance drives consulting demand across landfills, wastewater, and due diligence.
  • SCS keeps winning visibility through 2026 conferences, webinars, and public-land preservation projects.

What critics are saying

  • August 2026 trademark litigation with SCS Global Services cost management time and legal spend.
  • PFAS rulemaking and 2026 EPA guidance force clients into expensive compliance work, delaying projects.
  • Heavy dependence on landfill and waste clients exposes SCS to fee pressure if recycling volumes weaken.

What makes SCS Engineers unique

  • Employee-owned SCS Engineers spans solid waste, landfill gas, remediation, and compliance.
  • June 2026 leadership changes kept Southwest solid waste, engineering, and permitting expertise in-house.
  • SCS publishes technical guidance on PFAS, stormwater, and RNG, signaling deep regulatory specialization.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Annual Bonus Program
  • Student Debt Employer Contribution Program

Company News

SCS Engineers
Jun 19th, 2024
Rob Wall Brings Waste Management Expertise to SCS Engineers

SCS Engineers welcomes Rob Wall as a Senior Project Advisor.

SCS Engineers
Feb 12th, 2024
EBJ Honors SCS With Four Environmental Business Achievement Awards

EBJ honors SCS with Four Environmental Business Achievement Awards.

Waste Advantage Magazine
Nov 9th, 2023
Doug Doerr, PE, Elected President and CEO of SCS Engineers

SCS Engineers announces that the firm's Board of Directors elected Doug Doerr as President and Chief Executive Officer.

SCS Engineers
Aug 18th, 2023
SCS Engineers Welcomes Dr. Siamak Modarresi

Siamak Modarresi joins SCS Engineers in its Bellevue, Washington, office location as the newest member of its Environmental Services practice.

SCS Engineers
Jul 18th, 2023
SCS Engineers welcomes Barry sutch, P.E.

SCS Engineers welcomes Barry Sutch, P.E., to the environmental firm’s Solid Waste Management practice, which supports municipal and private sector ventures nationwide.