Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a motivated Biologist/Environmental Monitoring Specialist based in Appleton, WI, with a strong background in environmental permitting and fieldwork to support a variety of energy and infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable conducting fieldwork in diverse environments, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to impactful environmental solutions.
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:
- Conduct fieldwork including environmental monitoring, wildlife assessments, wetland delineations, GPS data collection, soil and water sampling, geohazard assessments, and site remediation.
- Perform outdoor work in diverse conditions: renewable construction sites, hazardous waste sites, wetlands, highways, and contaminated areas.
- Participate in construction site monitoring and compliance.
- Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and construction teams in field and office settings.
- Complete office-based work such as data evaluation, technical memo/report writing, and equipment management.
- Travel approximately 50% of the time during the first three years, with reduced travel thereafter (includes multi-day assignments across the U.S., outside of Wisconsin).
- 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.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field (required).
- 1–3 years of professional experience supporting environmental permitting, field surveys, or impact assessments.
- GIS experience (required).
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience in renewable energy, transmission line, or utility-scale infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with environmental regulations (NEPA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act).
- Experience contributing to or preparing EAs, EISs, and BAs.
- Understanding of BMPs (Best Management Practices) and mitigation strategies.
- Proficiency in GIS for mapping and spatial analysis.
- Ability to apply environmental data for permitting and compliance.
- Construction site and equipment experience (e.g., trailers, boats, small engine repair) is a plus.
- Experience conducting biological field surveys, habitat assessments, and threatened/endangered species work.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams.
Additional Notes:
- This is a full-time role based in Appleton, Wisconsin, with the potential for overtime.
- Physical outdoor labor is a significant component of this position.
- Travel flexibility is essential.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and competitive within the renewable energy industry.
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.
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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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