Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech, Inc is currently seeking an Entry Level Geohazard Engineer, in our Billings, MT office. We will provide training that will allow our engineers the ability to quickly become active members of our design team.
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.
Your Role:
This position provides engineering support for pipeline integrity team focusing on geohazard projects nationwide. You will participate in a multi-disciplinary project team. A successful candidate will bring engineering and technical expertise to a team of established consultants with a proven track record of 43+ years in the Oil & Gas Industry.
- Conduct geohazard assessments and identification along pipeline routes, including landslides, erosion, subsidence, seismic activity, soil stability, permafrost, and flooding risks.
- Analyze and interpret geotechnical data from field investigations, borehole logs, soil sampling, and geophysical surveys to support safe pipeline design and routing decisions.
- Collaborate with pipeline routing engineers to recommend alignment modifications to avoid or mitigate geohazard risks.
- Conduct site visits to evaluate geohazard conditions and characterize site-specific data.
- Perform hydrographic surveys at waterbody crossings including small creeks and rivers. Techniques include wading with chest waders and use of kayaks to data log with GPS data collectors (e.g. Trimble).
- Develop geohazard mitigation plans and engineering controls to ensure pipeline integrity and compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
- Prepare geohazard-related sections of engineering design basis documents, risk assessments, and environmental impact evaluations.
- Participate in development and review of construction bid packages and scopes of work, specifically related to geotechnical and geohazard considerations.
- Coordinate with environmental, permitting, and regulatory teams to ensure geohazard mitigation measures meet compliance requirements.
- Perform ongoing monitoring and reassessment of geohazard risks during pipeline construction, commissioning, and operation phases.
- Assist in developing emergency response and integrity management plans that address geohazard-related threats to pipeline safety.
- Liaise with third-party geotechnical consultants and contractors performing specialized investigations or remediation work.
- Use outputs from GIS and geotechnical software tools for mapping, hazard modeling, and risk visualization along pipeline corridors.
Qualifications:
B.S. in ABET accredited Civil program with 0-5 years of relevant experience.
Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
Willingness to attain PE licensure.
Must be able to communicate with peers, contractors, and clients clearly and efficiently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
Must be a self-starter capable of handling solo projects as well as working with a group, eager to learn and expand your skillset, and be detail oriented.
Pipeline industry experience preferred.
Experience with slope stability modeling.
Experience with river hydraulic and hydrography (H&H) modeling.
A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Target salary range: $75,000 to $82,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
- 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
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
- Organization: 204 REI
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