Environmental Engineer / Scientist Junior (Finance)
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an Environmental Engineer/Scientist to our Air Quality team based in San Antonio
Your Role:
Tetra Tech, Inc., an industry-leader and nationally recognized engineering and consulting firm, is seeking a motivated, intelligent, and experienced professional for an Entry Level to Mid-Level Air Quality Environmental Scientist/Engineer position to grow our business by strengthening relationships with existing clients and supporting expansion into new markets. Work location is at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Responsibilities include:
• Serve as the on-site scientist/engineer working with other on-site professional and technical support staff. Provide support to client and senior staff through data collection, analysis, and development of reports in support of Air Quality environmental programs for federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Support Department of Defense, Joint Base San Antonio Air Quality Program to include:
o Perform Title V Permit/compliance inspections of maintenance shops and emission sources and write summary reports for completed inspections
o Perform monthly data collection monitoring, review, and reporting
o Develop the annual air emissions inventory using the Air Force Air Program Information Management System (APIMS)
o Complete the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) AEI Update in the State of Texas Electronic Emissions Reporting System (STEERS) Web-EI System.
o Complete the Greenhouse Gas Inventories and reporting using the EPA electronic Greenhouse Gas Reporting Tool (e-GGRT)
o Complete potential to emit (PTE) calculations
o Support the completion of air conformity analyses
o Complete National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) reporting
o Complete New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) reporting
o Complete Title V Deviation Reporting and Annual Compliance Certifications
o Perform air quality sampling and analysis, including visual emissions evaluations (VEE) and summary reports
o Review/update of the annual Air Quality Compliance Plan
o Perform permit applicability evaluations for new emission sources
o Assist with new source review (NSR) permitting including permit-by-rule (PBR) and prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) permit(s)
o Perform an annual regulatory review of emerging requirements applicable to the client's site and provide an Emerging Requirements Report.
o Assist with Title V and Synthetic Minor permitting
o Perform technical writing for review/approval by Senior AQ personnel.
o Provide review of technical reports for other staff/AQ personnel
o Supports AQ records management through data log collection, QA/QC review, and APIMS data entry
o Coordinate with installation personnel on the scheduling of inspections and testing, track and monitor the completion of inspections/testing completed by other staff, ensuring tasks are being completed on-schedule
o Develop and provide shop level air quality training to emission source operators
o Perform new emission source evaluations, regulatory applicability review, and provide recommendations to the client
• Supports senior staff regarding client interaction and presentation of options and results.
• Monitor and provide quality deliverables on schedule
• Coordinate and work with personnel in other program areas (storage tanks, storm water, waste water, hazardous material, hazardous waste, etc.) to ensure the installation meets environmental requirements.
• Technical report writing, data analysis and client interaction are regular requirements associated with this position. Periodically there are requirements to present project findings to a client and relevant stakeholders.
• 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.
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.
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 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.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
The candidate must meet the following Education and Experience qualifications:
• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of Air Quality/Environmental experience , Texas experience preferred
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25 %.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Knowledge of the United States Air Force or other DoD organizations preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Air Quality rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to air quality issues in the state of Texas
• Ability to interact and communicate directly with the client, provide written reports, and receive and incorporate comments.
Skills Required:
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Visible Emissions Evaluation (VEE) Method 9 Certification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a flight line driver's license.
• Excellent communications, technical report writing, fact and research finding.
• Mathematical skills to calculate air emissions.
• Sampling, field work, using measuring instruments, data analyses and reporting.
This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.
Background Check (if applicable): If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform field investigation and construction oversight that could potentially require the following: Performing strenuous fieldwork under a variety of site and adverse weather conditions; standing, crouching and sitting to facilitate operation of the equipment and collecting samples; moving earth via shovels or hand augers; lifting of pumps, other remediation equipment, cases containing equipment, sample coolers and other items weighing between 1 and 50 pounds; and potential exposure to natural (e.g., poison ivy), physical and chemical hazards.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work tasks required for this position will be accomplished in an office environment and in the field including shop surveys. At times, the employee may be required to travel for training or field work to complete site investigations and data gathering. The employee may be required to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions as needed to maintain project schedules.
Language & Communication Skills: The employee must be fluent in English and able to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. The employee will be responsible for providing written products to include presentations, reports, and database inputs.
Other Skills: Instructions : Prefer a candidate with experience with the Air Force Air Program Information Management System (APIMS) database, but not necessary. Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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, 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.
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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.
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