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Mining and Metals Processing

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Tetra Tech is Leading with Science® to provide highly specialized geologic, engineering, environmental, and design services to the mining and metals processing industries.

For nearly 60 years, Tetra Tech has been a leading provider of highly specialized geological, mine engineering, metallurgical, mechanical, geotechnical, water treatment, and environmental services to the mining industry. As one of the top-ranked mining engineering firms by Engineering News Record, we offer extensive and integrated capabilities to take mining and metals processing projects from concept through design and construction and into operations, monitoring, and closure.

Our technical experts are trained in more than 80 related disciplines, including geological engineering, process engineering, mine planning, metallurgical engineering design, geotechnical, water management and treatment, and environmental services. We perform every project with a high-level of commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, and social responsibility and consistently exceed expectations in today’s demanding market.

Innovative solutions for the mining and metals processing industry

Tetra Tech has over a decade of experience in critical minerals (CM) and rare earth elements (REE) projects, providing expert guidance to advance critical mineral extraction and processing. Our specialized teams bring a technical and environmental perspective and support our clients to expand supply chains for these strategically important materials. Our waste-to-value approach consists of innovative extraction and separation technologies to further support the recovery of CM from coal and non‑coal tailings and resources.

Global expertise and local presence

Our worldwide experience includes projects across six continents, ranging in varying size, ore and metal types, and geologic settings to deliver metals and minerals for a clean energy future. With 550 offices worldwide, our strong local presence and access to global top-tier technical expertise enables Tetra Tech to assemble high-performing teams that are tailored to our clients’ specific needs. We have the resources and experience to deliver both specialized skills and comprehensive services to drive results that meet and exceed client expectations.

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Our world-class engineers and scientists leverage industry-leading technical expertise, in-depth local knowledge, and sustainable approaches to provide resilient mining and manufacturing solutions.

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