Industrial Water/Wastewater Controls Engineer
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking an Industrial Water/Wastewater Controls Engineer to help grow the Industrial Water Treatment Group in the Northwestern US Region. We are seeking an energetic individual interested in pursuing and supporting a variety of challenging projects. The successful candidate will work closely with Principal and Project Engineers, Scientists, and Project Managers on a variety of mining and industrial wastewater projects. Duties will include both office work and field work. Technical writing skills are critical for the successful candidate. Experience with environmental and industrial systems (mining or industrial plants) is necessary. Experience with industrial control systems is required.
Any candidates interested in this opportunity should apply by the August 19, 2026 deadline.
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.
Essential Job Functions:
Interact with commercial/industrial clients to identify process solutions.
Work hand in hand with internal engineering and design teams on single- and multi-disciplined projects.
Prepare and write proposals and technical documents. Prepare and write work orders.
Prepare and perform calculations related to water/wastewater control systems.
Perform basic electrical and controls evaluations for identified water treatment solutions and chemically treated processes.
Interface with vendors, equipment suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
Interact with industrial vendors to develop detailed cost estimates for solutions presented to industrial clients.
Traveling to remote work sites throughout the Western US (approx. 50% of travel required).
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Controls or Chemical Engineering is preferred).
2+ years of industrial water treatment and controls experience.
EIT.
Willingness to work towards P.E. certification.
Experience with electrical and controls engineering.
Good communication and coordination skills.
Ability to travel to client locations, both sites and offices (approx. 50% travel required).
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and exposure to water treatment plant operations is preferred.
Experience with Allen-Bradley, ABB, or other DCS control systems.
Scaling up control systems, instruments, and equipment for industrial processes.
Ability to read and design schematics related to electrical and industrial control systems.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to 10lbs when in the field.
Office work will include extended periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer and other office equipment.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
Field work will include work to be performed outside, as a result will include working in various environmental factors (weather, altitude, terrain, etc.). This can include remaining stationary for long periods of time, walking, bending, lifting, and sitting for site oversight and other field activities.
This position is open to remote candidates within Northwestern US Region. Candidate must be willing to travel to remote job locations including Colorado or Nevada. This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company’s discretion.
Additional Information:
Full-time, Monday through Friday work schedule (40 hours). Occasionally extended hours may be required based on project and/or client needs.
Work will be performed in primarily an office setting, but will require travel to remote job locations.
Target salary range: $65,000 to $80,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
- 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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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.