The engineer will perform data analysis, write technical reports, and provide design support for landfill and gas systems. They will also conduct field work, including construction oversight, well installation, and environmental sampling.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering and possess at least 3 months of relevant internship or work experience. A valid driver's license with a good driving record is also required.
Founded in 1970, the landmark year that saw the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the very first Earth Day, SCS Engineers is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting and engineering firm that has spent over half a century transforming dense regulatory friction into actionable, real-world solutions.
Because we are 100% employee-owned, every scientist, engineer and field technician on our team operates with an owner’s mindset, driving absolute accountability across the entire asset lifecycle.
By partnering closely with public and private sector clients across solid waste, field services, construction, renewable energy, air quality, water and environmental compliance, we bring the right people, advanced technology and proven strategies together. We don’t just solve the complex engineering challenges that matter today; we actively shape and secure the future of environmental stewardship.
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What we are looking for
We are looking for an Entry-Level Engineer that will work with a variety of engineering projects at a project site in West Covina. Initially your primary focus will be on report writing and data analysis but will grow with experience. You will also provide design support for landfills and landfill gas systems, permitting, construction plans, construction oversight, along with working in the field. This position will report to our West Covina location on-site.
How you can make an impact
• Provide data analysis and independently write reports• Communicate with staff, regulatory agencies, and clients• Assist other staff in overseeing drilling activities involving probe and well installation, borehole logging, well development, well construction, monitoring, and sampling• Conduct and document construction quality assurance observations and similar construction inspections for compliance with design plans, specification, and construction details• Complete quality control reviews on work products (reports, design plans, calculations, data, etc.) before submittal to the Project or Task Manager• Work with the Project or Task Manager to coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and clients• Compile data and help prepare portions of reports, processing toward the ability to prepare complete reports, such as environmental site assessments, emissions, monitoring, groundwater/soil investigation, compliance, and other project reporting• Help prepare permit applications and regulatory agency submittals and responses with supporting documentation as requested, including research of regulatory requirements• Compile data and prepare basic calculations for reports and to support design documents and other studies
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering is required.
3 months of relevant environmental and/or engineering internship or work experience required.
Valid Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing is required.
Pay Range
USD $72,000.00 - USD $74,000.00 /Yr.
Additional Information
SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance • 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match • Student Debt Employer Contribution Program • Paid holidays, PTO, and Paid Parental Leave • Safety footwear reimbursement program • Paid training and all necessary tools and equipment provided • Per diem for travel for eligible work • Company truck and cell phone for certain Field Services positions 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