Civil/Environmental Engineer, Los Alamos, NM

The Opportunity:

Tech2 Solutions (T2S) is a critical subcontractor on the N3B Los Alamos LLC team and will be providing program management and technical services in support of the ground & surface water monitoring program at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Los Alamos National Laboratory.

T2S is a full-service engineering and environmental consulting company with a worldwide reach in the areas of environmental monitoring and remediation, national security, systems engineering, data management and analytics for both federal and commercial customers.

T2S is adding a Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our Surface Water Engineering Team to support the N3B Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract (LLCC). The majority of work will be designing and implementing stormwater corrective actions in support of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Individual Permit (NPDES IP) NM0030759. This includes evaluating site sample history, existing stormwater controls, site characteristics, engineering and construction analysis, and construction oversight.

The candidate will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety and security an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary step. 

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:

• Implement IP corrective actions to address stormwater exceedances. This includes the design of controls including earthen berms, retention basins, gabions, redi-rock block, shotcrete caps, low-impact developments, and natural channel designs.
• Oversee bidding and execution of construction projects of stormwater controls.
• Perform inspections and oversee maintenance of stormwater controls.
• Develop cost-effective design layouts based on specifications and requirements.
• Adhere to established design guidelines and procedures.
• Analyze design issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform or manage civil, hydrologic, mechanical, and/or electrical design analysis and calculations according to project requirements.
• Determine construction cost and material estimates.
• Perform field surveys and investigations to prepare engineering drawings.
• Use the latest software and technologies to develop effective designs.
• Maintain accurate design files for reference purposes.
• Consider health, safety, and environmental requirements when developing designs.
• Manage design projects within allotted timelines and budgets.
• Perform design changes and improvements according to changing project demands.
• Complies with all health & safety policies and practices.
• Other duties in support of the Water Program as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• The career level of the position will be determined by the years of relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• The ideal candidate will have or be working towards a Professional Engineer licensure.
• An understanding of principles, concepts, and construction in the field of civil engineering.
• Skill and ability to perform basic tasks and to analyze and develop innovative solutions to problems.
• Ability to work with broad objectives, with latitude to determine the best way to accomplish tasks.
• Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job. For engineering work, drafting skills and knowledge of engineering processes preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented project environment.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
• Must be a U.S Citizen

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.  https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
• 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. 

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements (Light Work)

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Moderate Work Category:

• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• The employee exerts up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Will also be carrying up to 30 pounds while hiking.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; hike; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

General:

• This position will be required to work in the outdoors, and at times may include walking and hiking several miles while carrying equipment weighing approximately 30 lbs.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• In this position the qualified candidate may also support one of more of the following projects within the N3B Water Program: Stormwater/IP Inspection, Surface Water Monitoring, Drilling, Stormwater Corrective Actions, Groundwater Monitoring or Remediation, and/or Water Programs Engineering.
• Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Individual must pass a pre-employment drug screen and accept all company policies.
• Individual must be a US citizen.