Wastewater (Leachate) Process Engineer (5-10 years exp.) - Woodbridge, NJ or Midwest Office Hub

Wastewater (Leachate) Process Engineer Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Wastewater (Leachate) Process Engineer to our Leachate Management team based in Woodbridge, NJ. Work may be performed from two other locations in the Midwest: Farmington Hills, MI or Madison, WI.Responsibilities of this position will include, among others: interpretation of applicable federal, state, and local regulations; analysis and abstraction of wastewater (leachate) flow and quality data; review and interpretation of available data to evaluate performance of existing treatment systems; conceptual and engineering design of wastewater and leachate treatment processes for meeting client and compliance requirements; development of budgetary and construction cost estimates; and preparation of environmental permits. The successful candidate will work with interdisciplinary project teams to develop technical reports, construction plans, and other deliverables. These responsibilities will be applied to environmental and solid waste industries. Some on-site work and short-term travel may be required. The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Plan, develop, coordinate, and help direct work for multiple projects and clients. Typical workload consists of five or more simultaneous projects and timelines. Prepare work products and review deliverables prepared by others to promote consistency with Tetra Tech standards and comply with regulatory requirements, best practices, and client specifications. Coordinate and manage multiple staff contributing to projects. Coordinate and schedule milestones and final deliverables. Support the work of others and maintain quality control on projects and on administrative tasks. Work independently to perform project tasks, design, calculations, and reporting to meet project specific requirements. Actively participate and support the safety protocols and best practices when working. Assist with preparation of proposals, including development of scope of work, project schedules, and budgets. Effectively communicate in writing and verbally, including in meetings, discussions, and presentations in various settings and to mixed audiences. Help support strategic initiatives for developing work with key clients and business sectors as industry needs evolve.5 to 10 years of experience in the design of wastewater and/or leachate treatment processes and facilities. Undergraduate degree in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or related discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain. Experience with biological, physico-chemical, and advanced wastewater treatment processes. Abstraction of wastewater quality and quantity datasets to develop and document design basis. Experience to perform biochemical and chemical calculations as basis for the design of leachate treatment processes. Experience in developing process treatment trains for meeting discharge requirements, including Process Flow Diagrams and Mass Balancing, to select and size unit treatment processes. Ability to develop construction cost estimates. Post-graduate degree. Experience in leachate or high-strength industrial wastewaters. Experience with database management and data visualization. Familiarity with federal and state regulatory requirements of the Clean Water Act. Experience with relevant software, such as BioWin, AutoCAD, and Visio. Regularly required to sit and work at a computer for extended periods; occasional standing and walking within the office environment. Occasionally required to lift/move up to 10 lbs., with infrequent lifting of up to 25 lbs. Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May occasionally travel to field sites (approximately 10–30% of the time), which can involve walking on uneven terrain and slopes up to 2:1 or 3:1 grade. When in the field, must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator if required, and may need to meet medical clearance standards based on assignment. Office-based work typically involves low hazard exposure, though noise levels may vary depending on nearby activities or equipment. Outdoor conditions for occasional field assignments may involve exposure to physical and chemical hazards, heat and cold stress, uneven terrain, and other adverse environmental factors; PPE—including hearing protection and respirators—may be required. Noise levels differ by assignment, and appropriate hearing protection may be necessary; reasonable accommodations are available to support employees with disabilities. Travel between sites or offices may be required, with employees expected to operate vehicles safely under varying weather, traffic, and environmental conditions. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Tetra Tech SWE will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).$80,000 – 125,000 annually, commensurate with skill level, geography region, and experience. 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. 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, sex, marital or familial status, 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.