Job Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an entry level engineer or scientist (graduating from college in May/June 2026) with interest in environmental compliance. This role will be based in our Middletown, Rochester or Syracuse, NY 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 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

This is an excellent opportunity for you to utilize your passion for science and engineering degree while working on civil/environmental engineering projects including: solid waste management, landfill design, 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 construction quality assurance (CQA). Possible daily work will include the following:

Your Role:

• 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.
• 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.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical or Geological Engineering; experience in a civil or environmental engineering role preferred.
• F.E. (Fundamentals of Engineering) Completion required.
• Experience in landfill design, permitting or environmental monitoring a plus; knowledge of environmental regulations a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Solid organizational and time management skills.
• Self-disciplined/motivated individual who also works well in a team environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Unwavering personal integrity.

Pay: $63,000 - 65,000 annually, commensurate with skill level, geography region and experience.

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.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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