MRF Operations Consultant/Design Engineer

~ RRS isn’t your average consulting firm. We have a vision. We strive to create a world where resources are managed to maximize economic and social benefit while minimizing environmental harm. A world where abundance keeps pace with societal needs. ~

We’ve assembled a cutting-edge team of professionals, engineers, economists and communications specialists who share this vision and possess core strengths in materials and recovery, coupled with expertise in life cycle management and applied sustainable design. These experts operate confidently across the supply chain, identifying the most leveraged opportunities to effect change, and developing pathways to long-term value.

RRS has been driving and delivering results since 1986. Our clients are leaders in materials management, and together we have achieved results in which we are very proud. We stay nimble and responsive, providing informed, innovative, actionable solutions to the sustainability challenges of our time.

Position Overview

RRS is seeking applications for a full-time MRF Operations Consultant/Design Engineer to provide technical leadership for a wide range of projects related to recycling, recovery, and waste management system development.

The role primarily requires technical and/or engineering execution with a secondary focus on sales and will interface with spectrum of customers, ranging from regulatory and non-profit agencies, the largest corporations in the world, national, state and local governments, product/design companies, to the waste/resource recovery value chain and its related industries. 

The ideal candidate will have strong technical and/or engineering and operations capability, written and verbal communication, and analytical skills as well a grounded experience with sales activity in their previous work history.

Note: The position requires frequent travel.

Essential Duties 

• Provide expertise to internal and external clients related to the design and operation of recovery systems with a special emphasis on recycling facilities;
• Recommend/Review action plans for facility upgrades and/or design;
• Analyze and forecast recovery system facility capital, operating and maintenance costs;
• Independently write engineering reports and opinions for clients regarding recovery facilities, proformas, viability of approaches, layouts, technologies, field tests, etc. that are standard to engineering best practices;
• Onsite management of waste sorts, material flow studies, facility feasibility assessments and construction observation;
• Lead efforts to develop equipment and facility design, technical specifications and procurement documents;
• Provide strategic assistance to equipment providers;
• Complete due diligence evaluation for facilities and/or equipment, and
• Design and implement recovery system field tests to meet client specific protocols and aid in the development of recycling systems.

Qualifications

Key Qualifications:

• Solid Waste, Recovery, and Recycling operational and / or engineering experience is essential;
• Organic processing and experience a plus;
• Strong knowledge and understanding the trajectory of equipment and equipment technology innovation deployed in recycling and waste processing;
• Proven experience in working with equipment providers, operators and customers in the field;
• Good industry knowledge and contacts;
• Hands on background – likes to work on field projects, experience in industrial settings, procurement and construction planning, construction oversight and possessing some mechanical abilities;
• Experience with capital project development; and
• Proven ability to work with and manage team of analysts, consultants, and subject matter experts.

Professional Skills:

• Strong Math and Excel skills, modeling, and spreadsheet competency;
• Strong design, analytical and creative problem-solving skills;
• Experience in creating and reviewing CAD drawings using AutoCad, Vector Works, and/or equivalent software;
• Excellent written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills, including periodic public speaking, teamwork, and project management;
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs in a team environment; 
• Excellent time management skills; and
• Supervisory and team leadership experience.

Related Knowledge and Consulting in the following areas are a plus:

• MRF Design;
• Regulatory and permit acquisition including, but not limited to, building, site, recycling, and/or solid waste;
• End markets for recycling commodities, i.e. mills, plastics, biofuels, compost, etc.; and
• Time/motion analytics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, business administration, economics, resource management, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering or related field required. Master’s Degree in civil, mechanical or industrial engineering or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in MRF Engineering or MRF Operations required; and
• E./other Professional Engineering certifications a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Pay Range: is $70,000-$100,000 depending on experience and qualifications. 

To Apply

• Interested candidates should please click "Apply" below to email a cover letter, resume and list of references to Team Resource Director Elizabeth Hughes Bowden at RRS. 
• Cover letters should address the candidate’s professional goals and interests, ability to meet key and minimal qualifications (as described above) as well as their experience and interest in this position.

RRS is an equal opportunity employer.