On-Site Landfill Gas Project Engineer — Associate

Tetra Tech; Diamond Bar (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Collaborative team

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an Associate Project Engineer / Landfill Gas Designer in Southern California (Diamond Bar, CA) to support planning, design, permitting, and construction of biogas and landfill gas systems along with other environmental projects.

You will assist in field activities, prepare drawings and permit documents, and provide on-site support to ensure regulatory compliance and project success. Office work combined with site visits is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Geological or Environmental Engineering (Master's Degree is a plus).
• 0–2 years of experience in engineering projects.
• EIT Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating field monitoring and sampling activities for Landfill Gas Collection and Control Systems.
• Help prepare proposals and participate in client and regulatory meetings as needed.
• Assist in various project phases, including investigation, design, and construction/remediation, by preparing drawings, plans, specifications, and reports.
• Provide on-site support during construction to ensure adherence to engineering and regulatory standards.
• Assist in preparing permit documents for new developments, modifications, and closures.
• Draft construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates under the guidance of senior staff.
• Support the development of biogas collection, leachate, stormwater/surface water management, and liner system designs.
• Contribute to technical analyses for biogas-to-renewable energy and solid waste projects across California and the Western U.S.
• Provide Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) services for Landfill Gas Collection and Control Systems.
• Follow and promote safe work practices.
• Support system analysis efforts to ensure operational objectives and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Geological or Environmental Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

GIS

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking an Associate Project Engineer / Landfill Gas Designer in Southern California (Diamond Bar, CA) to support planning, design, permitting, and construction of biogas and landfill gas systems along with other environmental projects.

You will assist in field activities, prepare drawings and permit documents, and provide on-site support to ensure regulatory compliance and project success. Office work combined with site visits is expected.