Solar Contract Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Junior Civil Engineer to support energy transition projects throughout Upstate New York and surrounding regions. The successful candidate will support multiple projects with a focus on stormwater management, grading design, construction oversight, and renewable energy development, including solar and battery energy storage projects.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of renewable energy, electrical infrastructure, environmental remediation, and due diligence projects within a collaborative consulting environment.
Location: Rochester, Syracuse, or Albany, 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.
Essential Job Functions:

• Support engineering design for:
  • Renewable energy projects
  • Solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
  • Civil/site development projects
• Perform construction monitoring activities
• Conduct stormwater compliance inspections
• Assist with stormwater management and grading design efforts
• Support project teams with technical documentation and project coordination
• Participate in limited client communications and coordination efforts
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in:
  • Civil Engineering, or
  • Environmental Engineering
• 1-4 years of professional experience
• Proficiency with:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ArcGIS
• Experience with:
  • Stormwater management and inspections
  • Construction oversight
  • Site development projects
• Prior experience supporting:
  • Solar energy projects
  • Battery energy storage projects
  • Renewable energy development in New York State
• Familiarity with:
  • Electrical infrastructure projects
  • Environmental investigation/remediation
  • Environmental due diligence projects

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform occasional fieldwork and construction site visits
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions as needed

Work Environment / Travel:

• Combination of office and field-based work
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and environmental teams
• Occasional travel to project and construction sites throughout New York State and surrounding areas

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.
Compensation:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Pay Range: $65,000-$75,000 annually
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
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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