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Entry-level Engineer

SCS Engineers
SCS Engineers Salary
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

Are you looking for a career that will make an impact globally and within your local community? SCS is at the forefront of developing sustainable environmental solutions through innovative engineering with a focus on the solid waste industry, emission reductions, and renewable energy projects.  

 

As an entry-level engineer, you will provide engineering/design support to the Mid-Atlantic team within our existing solid waste practice which is focused on providing engineering and environmental services to private and municipal clients in the landfill, landfill gas, air permitting, and solid waste management industries. You’ll receive hands-on training and mentorship while gaining valuable experience in both the field and the office. Potential projects include landfill and other solid waste facility permitting and design (all phases, including construction plans, specifications and construction documents), engineering analysis, feasibility studies, report writing, as well as construction oversight. You will be based out of our Charlotte, NC office with occasional travel for fieldwork.


  • Support new and existing solid waste project assignments for our solid waste clients and facilities which include studies, designs, calculations, permitting, drawings, reports, data analytics, and more.
  • Support existing air quality permitting and compliance reporting project assignments for industrial facilities by preparing air permit applications, developing pollutant emissions calculations, preparing certification reports, and assisting clients develop and implement air quality permitting and compliance strategies (e.g., evaluating and designing emission control systems) and protocols.
  • Support new and existing engineering and construction quality assurance (CQA) projects related to landfill gas, landfill engineering, industrial wastewater treatment, stormwater management, renewable energy, groundwater remediation, infrastructure and other environmental projects, both in the field (requiring travel) and in the office.
  • Provide computer-aided design and drafting support, as well as innovative technology platform support, for various solid waste and environmental services projects, utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, Leapfrog Works, ArcGIS, SCS E-Tools, various computer models, and related programs.
  • Support our core competency practice areas within our Solid Waste and Environmental Services Divisions, as well as our four Strategic Initiative practice areas, which include topics such as liquids management and wastewater treatment, organics management, alternative energy (solar and biogas), GHG and sustainability, and deep well injection and carbon sequestration.

  • Bachelor of Science degree in civil, environmental, biosystems, or geotechnical engineering required.
  • 3 months of relevant solid waste, environmental and/or engineering internship, work and/or research experience required.
  • Basic AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil3D knowledge is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred.
  • Valid Driver’s License with a driving record in good standing required.

USD $65,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.
Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.

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
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

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

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000

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