Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Engineer to assist in growing Tetra Tech’s Texas engineering business. Candidate will provide support for the project tasks involving engineering design, permitting, and support aspects of engineering projects. Candidate must be highly motivated and work well in a professional and team-oriented environment. Candidate must also have the ability to manage a heavy workload; travel as needed and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Proficiency with MS Office applications is a requirement.

Essential Job Functions

• Performing project tasks for public and private sector clients as well as participation in functions involving contact with client representatives.
• Working with or coordination with project team personnel. Will perform technical functions on projects and work with team members on engineering and construction projects.
• Preparation of feasibility and engineering reports, permit applications, construction specifications, engineering cost estimates, and work on the preparation of construction drawings.
• Aid in the preparation of proposals, subcontract specifications, and work plans.
• Participation in technical and business development presentations with clients.
• Other duties may be assigned as determined appropriate by the supervisor based on level of experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) or Master’s Degree (M.S.) in Civil, Process, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or a related area.
• Engineer-in-Training certificate is preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience with design of water & wastewater project.
• Ability to write detailed reports, business correspondence, and procedures suitable for client submittal.
• Ability to effectively present information, communicate, and respond to questions from groups of coworkers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to apply engineering and mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Ability to work with basic engineering and mathematical concepts and principles.
• Ability to work effectively with other technical professionals.
• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
• Frequent exposure to noise levels in the work environment that are usually moderate.

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.

Life at Tetra Tech

• 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.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Full-Time.
Work Schedule: Standard business hours, Monday through Friday; occasional extended hours or overtime may be required based on business needs.
Reporting: The position will report to the manager located in Houston, TX.