Environmental Engineer

Environmental Engineer

Requisition Number: 2026-1350-03

Are you a seasoned Environmental Engineer seeking an opportunity to lead, mentor, support, drive, and grow a team? Our Charlotte team is growing and thriving as the second most profitable office within our footprint. This individual will report to our Environmental Services Manager and join a team where your leadership will drive our growth, develop new business, manage a high volume of projects per year, and mentor our team as a technical resource expanding our impact. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Clients and projects you'll support include power & utility, retail such as Target and Walmart, USTs, colleges & universities, multi-family, state contracts, local developers, brownfields, municipal & government, and more.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.
• Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.
• Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuels our team environment.
• Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.
• Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.

About The Role:

As a Senior Environmental Engineer, you will lead key environmental projects, overseeing client coordination, planning, budgeting, and technical documentation. You'll supervise and mentor a team of engineers and geologists, supporting their growth through guidance and training. You will also help expand our business and maintain strong client relationships. This role includes both office and field work tied to environmental assessments, with regular interaction with clients, contractors, regulators, and local officials.

• Lead Projects: Manage all phases of projects, including scoping, budgeting, execution, reporting, and client communication.
• Technical Oversight: Provide expertise in a variety of projects, including but not limited to soil and groundwater remediation and design, vapor intrusion, mitigation system design/installation, contaminated site management, and emerging contaminant investigations (PFAS).
• Field & Design Work: Oversee field investigations (drilling, sampling, data collection) and prepare design recommendations for complex or unusual site conditions.
• Mentorship: Guide and support engineers, geologists, and technical staff, fostering career development and in-house training.
• Business Development: Leverage your local market knowledge and relationships to identify, pursue, and secure project opportunities. Collaborate with clients to build trust and expand S&ME's presence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering field
• 8+ years of environmental engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Excellent project management skills and team leadership
• Excellent business and technical writing skills

Grow With Us:

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job, it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.