Project Engineer- Water/Wastewater

Tetra Tech • FULL_TIME • Atlanta, Georgia, US • 2d ago

Project Engineer- Water/Wastewater

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is looking for Project Engineer to join our Atlanta office. The successful candidate for this opportunity will be responsible for providing technical engineering analysis and design for a variety of infrastructure-related projects, primarily involving the design of water/wastewater treatment facilities, water distribution systems, pipelines, pump stations, and wastewater collection systems. The ideal candidate will be ready to be a part of and grow with a team and have an interest in technical design. Mentoring of more junior staff is expected, along with a desire to learn and grow from more senior engineers and project managers.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to 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 around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

Perform engineering design with a focus on water related infrastructure and other water resource facilities.
Conduct site investigations and inspections, delivering detailed assessment reports.
Generate design calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
Evaluate alternatives, resolve technical issues and interface with other engineering disciplines.
Coordinate projects with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Assist with the execution of projects from conceptual planning phases through permitting, and development of final plans, specifications, and estimate bid packages.
Provide technical design support for infrastructure related projects for water distribution, water and wastewater treatment and sanitary sewer collection systems.
Ensure technical accuracy, standard engineering practices and inclusion of appropriate documentation on various reports and design projects.
Provide construction support services such as bid evaluations, plan clarifications, review shop drawings, review monthly progress reports and evaluate change order requests.
Perform engineering interpretation of specifications and drawings, recommending and documenting design modifications, and coordinating with the design team.
Make independent assessment of engineering problems and recommend solutions to engineering discipline leads, resolve questions, plan, coordinate, and execute work in a safe, timely, cost effective and compliant manner.
Manage and mentor junior technical staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
3-8 years of experience required.
Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil or Environmental Engineering, registered in Georgia or ability to obtain licensure in Georgia within 6 months.
Strong communication, report writing, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with relevant codes and industry standards.
Experience with hydraulic modeling software, AutoCAD Civil 3D and Revit is desired.
Experience in municipal infrastructure design and permitting.
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software (to include Word, Excel, Project) required.
This position could require periodic travel, approximately 15% or more

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

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.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

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