Tetra Tech · 7 hours ago
Environmental Scientist
Santa Maria, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expTetra Tech, Inc. is a leading firm in engineering and environmental consulting, seeking an experienced Mid-Level Environmental Scientist to join their Water Sciences Team. The role involves executing projects, coordinating field activities, and progressively taking on client management responsibilities while contributing to watershed-based solutions.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support compliance with NPDES permits (Construction, Industrial, and Municipal)
Conduct field inspections, audits, and sampling
Prepare technical reports, monitoring plans, and compliance documentation
Conduct watershed and site assessments and watershed planning studies
Coordinate sampling and laboratory analysis and leading or supporting field efforts for data collection
Perform statistical and geospatial analysis of water quality data
Recommend BMPs for erosion, sediment control, and pollution prevention
Present findings and training materials to clients and stakeholders
Support proposal and scope-of-work development
Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards
Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness
Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns
Additional duties as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of directly relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Geology, or related field
Understanding federal and State water quality regulations, State stormwater permits, and compliance programs
BMP selection, siting, and performance evaluation
Use of field instrumentation (water quality meters, GPS, velocity meters)
Conducting inspections and sampling
Excellent technical writing, data management, and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, Google Earth
Public speaking and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and lead field teams
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on
Preferred
QSD/QSP and/or QISP (or actively pursuing)
Experience with GIS and environmental data visualization
Application of statistical tools
Benefits
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.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
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