Principal Engineer

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges by applying technical expertise and a keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve client project goals and objectives.

Terraphase Engineering is seeking a self‑motivated, goal‑oriented senior professional in Sacramento, CA to support projects that include contaminated site remediation, environmental due diligence, litigation support, site investigation and remediation, regulatory negotiations, and environmental and stormwater compliance.

• Project management
• Lead and develop business opportunities with new and existing clients, identify and engage new clients
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff
• Supervise regional staff
• Identify and recruit key staff for growth
• Identify and implement growth strategies for clients
• Stay abreast of local and national regulations and advise staff and clients on new opportunities
• Develop and manage budgets
• Prepare project cost proposals and other deliverables
• Respond to RFPs

• 10+ years of experience
• Minimum of Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
• State professional licensing is preferred
• A strong understanding of environmental regulations at the state and federal level is required
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, clients, and regulators
• Demonstrated strong written, verbal, computer, and interpersonal skills
• Established knowledge of the consulting field preferred, with geographic knowledge of clientele and the environmental consulting industry
• Prior project management experience, business development skills, experience with state and federal environmental regulations/agencies, and a strong relationship with industrial and commercial clients are required

Pay Range: $145,000 - $200,000 USD (based on experience, technical expertise, education, and geographic location).

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Generous 401(k) match
• Commuter Benefits
• Terralunches
• Terra Talks
• Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Ongoing company-sponsored events

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)