Description
Tetra Tech is adding a Principal Scientist to join our Environmental Restoration team based in southern California. This strategic hire will support, identify, and maintain business opportunities within municipal, county, and state-level agencies that oversee environmental programs. This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.
Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
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.
Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.
Tetra Tech is adding a Principal Scientist to our team based in Santa Barbara.
Your Role :
The Candidate will provide strategic regulatory guidance on highly sensitive and complex environmental projects with multiple stakeholders including various regulators such as the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), Regional Water Quality Control Boards, California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), adjacent and nearby landowners, various community groups, and responsible parties. The Candidate will also support business growth in southern California with existing and new clients based on industry knowledge and existing relationships. This may include identifying new public sector clients in areas of environmental compliance, sustainability, and restoration. The candidate will monitor regulatory trends and funding opportunities to identify emerging markets and project opportunities. The Candidate will represent Tetra Tech at industry events, conferences, and community advisory groups for opportunities to engage public sector agencies overseeing environmental programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Health Science or a related field.
• 30+ years of experience with environmental site investigations, risk assessments, remediation and CEQA.
• Working knowledge of Local, State, Federal and environmental regulations including DTSC and CalEPA.
• Contacts at municipal, county and state agencies that oversee environmental programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid California driver's license in good standing.
• Deep understanding of environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance frameworks at the local and state levels
• Strong knowledge of municipal and state environmental programs, including water quality, air quality, waste stream management, and climate resilience.
• Ability to cultivate relationships with public sector clients, including environmental departments at the municipal, county, and state levels.
• Ability to support proposal development, presentations, and negotiations for public sector contracts.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 10%.
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.
• General travel to Tetra Tech and client offices
• Occasional site visits
• Computer operation
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 environment is limited to home office and occasional travel to Tetra Tech and client offices.
Language & Communication Skills: Candidate must be fluent in the English language – writing, speaking and reading. and have excellent written and verbal skills.
Other Skills: Instructions: Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Windows – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. and have a general understanding of utilizing artificial intelligence such as Copilot in the workplace to increase productivity and efficiency.
The hourly rate for this position is $125.00 to $135.00. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including, but not limited to geographic location, qualifications, licensures, certifications, experience, and other skills relevant to the needs of the business. Additional information on our benefits package can be found at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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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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