Senior Environmental Engineer

ENSAFE•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EnSafe is accepting applications for a Mid-Level to Senior Environmental/Civil Engineer to join us in our Nashville, Tennessee office. Successful candidates must be willing to work at the Nashville, TN office. Relocation assistance is available to meet this expectation. We are seeking a Mid-Level to Senior Design Engineer who is ready to support and manage a variety of projects that may include industrial wastewater treatment, stormwater management (addressing hydrology, hydraulics, and water quality), civil site design, and solid waste collection, transfer, and disposal facilities (e.g., landfills for municipal and industrial wastes). The right candidate will enrich our team of engineers and scientists and may also participate in remediation projects involving contaminants such as PFAS, 1,4-dioxane, chlorinated solvents, and heavy metals for sites regulated under state and federal laws. Joining our team means immersing yourself in an atmosphere that nurtures creativity, encourages collaboration across all levels, embraces a supportive culture, and facilitates professional development.

Requirements

ABET Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
7-15 years of relevant experience.
Tennessee P.E., or the ability to obtain within three months.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, along with graphic software/AutoCAD necessary for conceptual design.
Working knowledge of environmental regulations, such as CWA, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, etc.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing intricate ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Strong work ethic and close attention to detail.
First-hand experience with treatment technologies for industrial wastewater, stormwater management, solid waste handling, landfill leachate, groundwater, and soil.
Strong consulting, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel overnights; averaging <25%.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in treatment system instrumentation and controls, as well as remote telemetry, is a plus.
Business development experience desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and mentor junior staff in the development of design basis, technology feasibility analyses and selection, and design plans, specifications, and reports.
Lead and support environmental engineering projects and teams to evaluate, design, and in some instances, construct, operate, and optimize remedial systems.
Provide technical assistance to teams working across multiple offices throughout the country, problem-solving, mentoring, leading by example, and participating in corporate technical initiatives.
Plan and/or perform assessments, pilot tests, and construction oversight.
Prepare and/or lead the preparation of preliminary environmental engineering reports summarizing the evaluation of alternatives and presenting design criteria for the recommended solution.
Communicate with regulatory personnel and permitting agencies to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable regulations.
Provide project and client management across a range of clientele, from small businesses to complex industrial and governmental facilities.
Draft proposals, cost estimates, and long-term projections for projects.
Collaborate with our Nashville Business Lead to develop, grow, and supervise the local design engineering team.

Benefits

Employee-Owned Advantage
EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
Commitment to Growth and Wellness
The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives, including health tracking tools.
Purpose Driven Work
EnSafe’s mission focuses on delivering impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities, backed by long-standing technical credibility.
Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing both employee well-being and helping clients maintain compliance. We emphasize that safety is integral to everything we do.
A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path. Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
Challenging, Creative Work
Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.