Civil Engineer, PE - Water/Wastewater
About the role
The Civil Engineer, PE will lead engineering efforts within our civil and water/wastewater design groups, delivering design engineering and construction management services for municipalities and private clients across the United States. Typical projects include water and wastewater treatment systems, stormwater management, grading, sewer and water infrastructure, regulatory evaluations, and related municipal infrastructure improvements.
Responsibilities
- Perform conceptual and detailed engineering design, including hydraulic calculations and technical analyses.
- Prepare engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation.
- Interpret specifications and drawings, recommend and document design modifications, and coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams.
- Review contractor submittals for conformance with engineering specifications and drawings and respond to requests for information.
- Provide resident engineer support during construction to help ensure compliance with contract documents and design intent.
- Support client communication and coordination throughout project execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within one year.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience planning and designing water and wastewater treatment, distribution/conveyance, pumping, and storage facilities.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, as well as scheduling programs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel periodically (approximately 15% or more).
Qualifications
- Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Experience serving municipal clients.
- Familiarity with Michigan municipal regulations and permitting processes.
- Construction administration or resident engineering experience on water/wastewater projects.
Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of relevant local and state regulations.
Benefits
At Tetra Tech, you will enjoy comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, merit-based financial rewards, flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance, a collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees, learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth, and much more.
Pay
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Standard business hours with flexibility to meet project deadlines.