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Intermediate Solid Waste Engineer

@ Trace Associates Inc.

British Columbia

$80k–$125k/yrFull-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Trace Associates Inc. is hiring an intermediate Solid Waste Engineer to assist Project Managers with design, permitting, budgets, schedules and client satisfaction. The role includes coordinating subcontractors, attending client and regulator meetings, and possible out-of-town travel and fieldwork. The posting states a salary of $80,000 to $125,000 per year.

Pay:

$80,000–$125,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Project Managers with design, permitting, budgets and schedules
  • Coordinate and manage subcontractors
  • Prepare for and attend meetings with clients, legal counsel and regulators
  • Travel out of town and conduct fieldwork, including sampling and site visits

Requirements summary:

  • Four or more years of consulting engineering experience
  • Professional Engineer or candidate for designation in British Columbia
  • Knowledge of BC solid waste regulations
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
  • Exceptional report writing and verbal communication

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Employer posting date
2026-04-07
First seen by our source
2026-10-26
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentEngineering
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelground: moderate
Work settingOffice, Outdoors, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedFlexible hours

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Job description

The Opportunity

  • We are looking for an intermediate level Solid Waste Engineer who is passionate about creating positive change and wants to join a company that values its employees.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting Project Managers with planning and implementing detailed design and permitting projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, ensuring quality of services and client satisfaction, and project profitability.
  • Coordination and managing subcontractors.
  • Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, legal counsel, regulatory agency personnel, and other parties.
  • Job may also include out-of-town travel and fieldwork including collection of samples, site visits, drilling, and remedial contractor oversight and/or construction oversight.

About You and Your Qualifications

  • Health, safety, and wellness are critical to you.
  • You are positive, humble, caring, genuine, and trustworthy.
  • You enjoy work life balance and being a part of a people-focused company.
  • An enthusiastic and positive attitude, with an ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • You are organized, adaptable, and have a passion for consistently delivering outstanding work.
  • Four years plus of experience in consulting engineering.
  • Professional Engineer or candidate for designation for the Province of British Columbia.
  • Knowledge of current solid waste regulations in British Columbia.
  • Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D software packages.
  • A good understanding of grading, site layout, site servicing, stormwater management.
  • A strong conceptual and detailed design background.
  • Knowledge and experience in the areas of hydrogeology, contaminant migration, environmental site assessment and risk assessments would also be assets.
  • Exceptional report writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Project coordination and management experience.

Why Trace?

  • A culture of positivity, empowerment, empathy, trust, and teamwork.
  • You can “choose your own adventure” at Trace and we will help you get there.
  • We are a company that wants to be the best at everything we do.
  • A flexible employee ownership program where shareholders provide input and help make decisions.

Salary Range

  • $80,000 to $125,000 per year.
  • This range represents our current market benchmark. Final offers are determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
For further information or to apply: Please visit traceassociates.ca/careers to submit your cover letter and resume to position number CAN-BC-0700-12. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. All hiring is managed directly by Trace. We do not engage third-party recruiters or agencies. Please apply only through our official careers site.

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