Junior Environmental Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a mid- to senior-level Air Quality Engineer or Scientist to our Air Compliance team based in Farmington Hills, MI, or at other locations in Michigan, Illinois, or Wisconsin.
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:
Tetra Tech is a leader in the air compliance industry, providing strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and support for our clients. 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.
Position Summary:
Work closely with industrial and governmental clients to solve environmental challenges, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop sustainable strategies.Assist with development and management of a team of technical specialists and building and maintaining client relationships for company growth. Additional work may involve environmental site investigations, data management, and field services as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Lead the preparation and submission of air permit applications and compliance reports.
• Develop and review air emission inventories, calculations, and greenhouse gas emissions reports.
• Direct junior staff while following established standards and procedures.
• Provide oversight for regulatory and compliance reviews for industrial operations.
• Provide guidance to client facilities on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Build long-term partnerships with clients through technical excellence and strong communication.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to optimize group workload around multiple project schedules and competing deadlines.
• Support business development by assisting in proposal preparation, strategizing attendance of conferences and industry events, and making internal and external connections to help grow our client base.
• Supervisory responsibilities include encouraging employee growth; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
• Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or environmental field.
• 8+ years of experience, at least 4 years successfully managing engineering and/or air quality projects and finances in a client-facing role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Direct experience in the air quality practice area with technical experience preparing permits and calculating emissions for complex facilities.
• Willingness to integrate into a team, and mentor and lead junior staff.
• Demonstratable organizational and time management skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with carbon accounting, renewable fuels, and/or sustainability is a plus.
• Experience in the solid waste industry is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements:
• 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.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
• 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.
Additional Information:
• Applicants for this position must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Tetra Tech Solid Waste Group (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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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