Project Engineer - Fisheries
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Project Engineer - Fisheries to our team based in New, NY.
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.
Your Role
Technical expertise at the project level working on everything from fish hatchery infrastructure, research facilities, acclimation facilities to fish passage, fish collection and sorting, and aquaculture water treatment. Primary responsibilities include design of process water supply and treatment systems, utilities, wastewater, hydraulics, pipelines, pump stations, and coordination of design team activities. preferred locations for this position is in Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Juneau, AK; Anchorage, AK; or, New York City, NY . However, remote or hybrid arrangements are welcomed depending on the experience.
- Perform engineering design with a focus on fisheries and aquaculture related infrastructure such as hatcheries, adult collection/spawning, incubation, fish rearing, life support systems, fish passage systems, intakes, weirs, and other water resource facilities.
- Conduct site investigations and inspections, delivering detailed assessment reports.
- Generate design calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
- Support development of permitting related documents.
- Evaluate alternatives, resolve technical issues and interface with other engineering disciplines.
- Coordinate projects with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Provide engineering support during construction.
- Participate in marketing efforts related to capturing new work including lead and/or assistant in writing proposals and participating in project interviews.
- Opportunities to travel to unique places within the country.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Mechanical or Environmental Engineering. Master's Degree preferred, but not required. Tetra Tech does offer a tuition reimbursement program for those interested in seeking higher education.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 6+ years of engineering design experience, required.
- Skilled with projects related to fisheries, aquaculture, wastewater systems, and natural resources-related projects, desired.
- Extensive understanding of fish hatchery and aquaculture facility design, layout, and facility evaluations including experience with the development and incorporation of biological programming, bio-security, and RAS/PRAS, is preferred.
- Experience with water treatment design and wastewater engineering is beneficial.
- Experience with Tribal, State, and Federal fish and wildlife programs or private aquaculture associations is desired.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills desired.
- Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software (to include Word, Excel, Project) required.
- Experience with hydraulic modeling software, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Revit is desired.
NY Salary Range: $98,000 - $150,000 DOE
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.