Civil Design Engineer

5 days ago


Columbus, United States Tetra Tech Full time

Are you a driven Civil Design Engineer with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges? We're looking for a talented professional with expertise in hydrology and hydraulics, geotechnical, or structural engineering to join our collaborative team of engineers and scientists. In this role, you'll contribute to a variety of impactful projects, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, aquatic habitat restoration, hydraulic structure analysis and design, sediment transport studies, and dam and reservoir operations modeling. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that blend technical precision with creative problem-solving. Your contributions will help shape sustainable solutions for civil works projects that protect and enhance communities and ecosystems.

As a Civil Design Engineer, your primary focus will be:

  • Lead or support the design and construction administration of civil works projects, including dams, levees, and floodwalls.
  • Develop and review plans and specifications to ensure high quality, constructible designs.
  • Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to create 3D surfaces and design models.
  • Manage design and permitting tasks across multiple projects, balancing deadlines and technical requirements.
  • Oversee construction administration, including bid support, onsite activity coordination, compliance checks, change order management, and shop drawing reviews.
  • Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team that includes environmental, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to deliver comprehensive project solutions.
To be a successful Civil Design Engineer, you'll need to have:
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
  • Active Engineering Intern (EI) certification as a minimum, Professional Engineer (PE) license a strong plus.
  • 5-15 years of professional engineering experience, particularly in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
  • A proven ability to develop conceptual, preliminary, and final designs.
  • Excellent technical writing skills to produce clear, concise reports that communicate procedures and results effectively.
  • A valid driver's license with a good driving record, as well as a willingness to travel for project needs. Field experience and boat operation skills are a bonus.
If you're interested in this opportunity but are unsure if you have all these qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What you can expect from Tetra Tech:
  • A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options.
  • A space that enables collaboration and excellence with opportunities for mentoring and growth.
  • Recognition through Excellence and Achievement Awards for our highest performing team members.


About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

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

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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