Wastewater Engineer – Project Leader & Permits (TX)

Selectek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Mid-level Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer in Houston, TX to support growing our Texas engineering business. The role demands motivation, teamwork, effective communication, and strong organizational skills.

The candidate should manage heavy workloads, travel as needed, and be proficient with MS Office. Responsibilities include leading project teams, reviewing designs, managing budgets, and interfacing with regulatory bodies and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5–8 years designing and managing water & wastewater projects from a commercial/industrial background.
• 1–3 years in a project management role.
• Knowledge of environmental laws and Texas regulations.
• Ability to travel to client locations; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings and guide internal engineering teams on multi-discipline projects.
• Perform lead technical engineering duties as required.
• Review team designs and calculations for water resources projects.
• Manage budgets and schedules; assist with permit applications.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support proposal development and client communications.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Mid-level Water/Wastewater Treatment Engineer in Houston, TX to support growing our Texas engineering business. The role demands motivation, teamwork, effective communication, and strong organizational skills.

The candidate should manage heavy workloads, travel as needed, and be proficient with MS Office. Responsibilities include leading project teams, reviewing designs, managing budgets, and interfacing with regulatory bodies and clients.