Civil Engineer (Mid-Level) Glen Allen, VA

Tetra Tech - Glen Allen, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Glen Allen, VA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At Tetra Tech, we are committed to fostering a sustainable future through collaboration with industry-leading experts. As a mid-level Civil Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design and implementation of various infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and safety of our clients' projects. You will be involved in all stages of the project life cycle, from initial concept and design to construction and final inspection. Your strong understanding of engineering principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and team members will be essential in this role. In your role, you will conduct site investigations and surveys to gather data for engineering projects, prepare detailed engineering plans, designs, and cost estimates, and review and analyze technical drawings and specifications. You will monitor project progress to ensure completion within budget and schedule, perform quality control inspections, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Collaboration with clients, contractors, and stakeholders will be key to ensuring project success. Tetra Tech values the contributions of its employees and provides a supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and surveys to gather data for engineering projects.
• Prepare detailed engineering plans, designs, and cost estimates for construction projects.
• Review and analyze technical drawings, specifications, and other documentation.
• Monitor progress and ensure that projects are completed within budget and on schedule.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other team members.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in an Engineering related major.
• 5-9 years' experience in engineering design for energy-related projects and floodplain analysis.
• Professional Engineering License or passing of the FE/EIT is preferred.
• Experience and expertise focused on floodplain management, flood mitigation design, 1D and 2D floodplain analysis, and working knowledge of industry standard Hydrologic and Hydraulic Analysis (H&HA) software such as HEC-RAS, GeoHECHMS, Flo2D, HEC-HMS, ArcMap and WMS.
• Experience with renewable energy projects, preferably solar in utility-scale and distribution generation projects.
• Experience with the erosion and sediment control plan design and approval process for renewable projects through the county and state regulatory processes.
• Understanding of stormwater quality and quantity management in design, construction and post construction settings, hydrology, fluvial processes and applicable rules and regulations.
• Experience with planning, designing, construction and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure and BMPs, low impact development projects, and green infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of civil and environmental engineering principles including grading, site layout, wetland impacts, entrances, traffic, utilities, etc.
• Working knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (e.g. HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project) and other engineering software tool skills.
• Demonstrated capabilities in understanding and applying environmental regulations to real-world situations.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well independently and at remote job sites.
• Ability to work on several tasks at any given time.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.
• A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and safety practices
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives