What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Professional Engineer – Solid Waste Facilities (Site Civil, Structural or Mechanical experience ) – Charleston, SC or Midwest U.S. Office Hub position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a design professional engineer for solid waste facilities to our Solid Waste/Environmental team based in the Charleston, SC or a Tetra Tech Midwest U.S. office hub.
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:
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.
Tetra Tech is a leader in solid waste. We seek to find talent that can help expand our capabilities and contribute to our culture with a focus on client satisfaction. Here at Tetra Tech we have the skill, breadth and depth of resources, and technical talent to optimize management of our clients’ waste resources.
Responsibilities of this position will include; interpretation of federal, state and local agency regulations, analysis, oversight and review of project work products, including site specific technical data, calculations, technical reports, construction plans, cost estimates, environmental permit applications and permit terms and conditions. These responsibilities will be applied to the development and construction of solid waste facilities including transfer stations, recycling centers, and material recovery facilities. The position will also involve business development, client relations, and working closely with peers and junior staff.
Your Role:
For the ideal candidate, this position will combine business development and project work. You will also expand your skill set to effectively and efficiently perform the following:
- Independently perform engineering calculations, direct CADD in the formation of ideas into design drawings, write reports, and make project decisions with the oversight of senior client managers.
- Work in all phases of a project from feasibility studies to construction/startup, including preparation of drawings, plans, specifications, reports, bid documents, and certifications.
- Analyze reports, maps, drawings, environmental data, and aerial photographs.
- Prepare construction cost estimations.
- Prepare design reports.
- Stamp/certify designs.
- Oversee construction projects to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications and construction and safety standards.
- Plan, develop, coordinate, and help direct work for multi-project clients, and multiple clients.
- Help support business development initiatives for continued work with key clients and business sectors.
- Maintain the quality control on projects and on administrative tasks.
- Manage multiple smaller company priorities and projects.
- Prepare proposals for mid to large-size projects, including the development of technical plans, schedules, and cost estimates, and preparation with staff.
- Periodic travel to project site and conferences (2 to 3 hotel nights per month)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or above in engineering or related environmental field
- Professional Engineer or ability to obtain license within 6 months.
- Experience – 3-5 years minimum in at least one of these related fields:
- Solid waste management
- Facility development
- Project management experience, including budgets, schedules, and invoicing
- Solid organization and time management skills
- Self-disciplined/motivated individual who works well from home and also works well in a team environment. Located in the southern states with a preference for Florida.
- Proficiency with computer usage for document preparation including Word and Excel, and engineering software related to your field
- Working knowledge of computer-aided design software; 3D preferred
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and developing leadership skills. Ability to communicate clearly and regularly with project manager/team.
- Strong analytical/technical skills
- Regulatory experience is a plus, but not required
- Established client relationships are required
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.
