Junior Civil Engineer

Job Description

The Opportunity: Junior Civil Engineer – Power Team

Tetra Tech is expanding its Power team with the addition of a Junior Civil Engineer.

Why Tetra Tech?

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science® to address the world’s most complex challenges. For over 50 years, our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting have been committed to driving positive change in communities globally. We stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development, with our work having improved over 625 million lives worldwide.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech and make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary

We are actively recruiting a Junior Civil Engineer. This position is based in our Tampa, Florida office, but remote work anywhere in the US is also an option. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare engineering deliverables for equipment support structures, foundations, site grading, access roads, and site drainage.
• Develop conceptual studies, plans, maps, and layouts for civil-structural projects.
• Review and interpret topographic surveys and geotechnical investigation reports.
• Perform technical calculations, material take-offs, and feasibility estimates.
• Conduct field site inspections to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Estimate project materials, equipment, and labor costs to support feasibility analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 1-3 years of related experience (co-op or work experience in electrical substations or transmission line projects is preferred).
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in Training (EIT) is preferred.
• Knowledge of civil/structural engineering principles, practices, and design methods.
• Experience with STAAD.Pro, MathCAD, and/or PLS-CADD is an asset.
• Proficiency in computer-based design tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand as required and remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, including continuous operation of a computer and other standard office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and printers.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting.
• Periodic travel may be required and could involve limited exposure to extreme temperatures. Travel may include air travel, during which the employee may be required to remain seated for extended periods.

Benefits

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options, allowing employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assisting in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Time off with pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000. Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life At Tetra Tech – Perks

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties.

Additional Information

Organization: 211 PWU

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