Job Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an entry level (or more experience) engineer or scientist with interest in environmental compliance focused on remediation, solid waste permitting, landfill design, and construction quality assurance (CQA)/oversight. This role will be based in our Naperville, IL office.
Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact: Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary: This is an excellent opportunity for you to utilize your passion for science and engineering while working on civil/environmental engineering projects including: solid waste management, landfill gas control and monitoring, air quality testing and emissions, geotechnical engineering, stormwater design, hydrologic modeling, grading and topographic plans, environmental permitting, environmental monitoring, drafting (AutoCAD/CIVIL 3D), cost estimation, specifications, report preparation (Word/Excel), and CQA.
Essential Job Functions: The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Prepare plans and specifications.
• Perform engineering design calculations.
• Analyze reports, maps, drawings, environmental data, and aerial photographs.
• Prepare environmental monitoring plans.
• Draft construction plans using AutoCAD and CIVIL 3D.
• Prepare construction cost estimations.
• Operate various field equipment (e.g., air monitoring and sampling, survey [total station and GPS], groundwater sampling and water quality equipment).
• Collect and/or review environmental monitoring data (air, gas, stormwater, groundwater).
• Prepare environmental reports.
• Oversee construction projects to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and CIVIL 3D. Proficiency with AutoCAD and CIVIL 3D a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid organizational and time management skills.
• Self-disciplined/motivated individual who works well in a team environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Unwavering personal integrity.
• Has obtained or will obtain Illinois and/or Wisconsin EIT certification within 6 months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a civil or environmental engineering role (e.g., internship and/or co-operative experiences).
• Familiarity with landfill design, permitting, or environmental monitoring.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations.
Physical Requirements: • Regularly requires sitting for extended periods while driving or riding in a vehicle; occasional standing and walking throughout the project site environment.
• Regularly required to stand and walk during field assignments, including walking on uneven terrain and steep slopes (3:1 or 2:1 grade).
• Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, typing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, speaking, hearing, tasting, and smelling.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 10 lbs regularly, 25 lbs frequently, and 50+ lbs occasionally.
• Requires specific vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; extended computer screen use is necessary.
• Fieldwork may involve travel and exposure to outdoor environments; must be physically able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator when required.
• An annual medical exam may be required based on the nature of the field assignment.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
• Outdoor conditions may involve exposure to physical and chemical hazards, heat and cold stress, uneven terrain, and other adverse environmental factors; PPE-including hearing protection and respirators-may be required.
• Office-based work typically involves low hazard exposure, though noise levels may vary depending on nearby activities or equipment.
• Noise levels differ by assignment, and appropriate hearing protection may be necessary; reasonable accommodations are available to support employees with disabilities.
• Travel between sites or offices may be required, with employees expected to operate vehicles safely under varying weather, traffic, and environmental conditions.
Additional Information: • Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Life at Tetra Tech: The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
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