Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech's Aquatic Restoration team is adding a Junior Civil/Environmental Engineer to support stream, river, and watershed restoration projects across the Pacific Northwest. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who enjoys technical design, modeling, fieldwork, and working in a multidisciplinary team of engineers, biologists, ecologists, and geomorphologists.
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.
Position Summary:
The Junior Civil/Environmental Engineer will support engineering design, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, construction oversight, fieldwork, and technical report development for aquatic restoration and surface water projects. This role includes opportunities for professional growth while contributing to meaningful ecological restoration work.
Essential Job Functions:
- Prepare engineering design plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D (surfaces, points, corridors, profiles, grading, etc.).
- Develop construction cost estimates and schedules using RS Means, Microsoft Project, and related software.
- Write technical reports including design reports, specifications, implementation plans, and agency correspondence.
- Perform hydrologic analyses and develop hydraulic models using HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HY8, HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, and other tools.
- Provide construction oversight for aquatic restoration fieldwork (earthwork, large wood placement, culverts, bridges, etc.).
- Collaborate with engineering, biology, ecology, and geomorphology staff on multidisciplinary project teams.
- Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and support project managers with field and office deliverables.
- Travel for field assignments, including multi-day or multi-week trips throughout the Pacific Northwest and Intermountain West.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in WA/OR/ID or in progress toward PE.
- 5–8 years of experience in civil, earthwork, stormwater, or surface water engineering — aquatic restoration experience preferred.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and working knowledge of ArcGIS.
- Strong technical writing skills and experience preparing engineering reports and specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to work with Civil 3D surfaces, corridors, profiles, grading, and breaklines.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with stream gage analysis, hydrology calculations, and flow statistics.
- Proficiency with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software (HY8, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, HEC-SSP, etc.).
- Experience with 1D/2D hydraulic modeling for stream restoration design.
- Experience with sediment transport modeling tools.
- Field experience with construction oversight for restoration or riverine projects.
- Knowledge of modern instream design and aquatic organism passage design practices.
- General knowledge of land survey tools (RTK-GPS, Total Station) and software (Trimble Business Center).
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, carry, and handle up to 35 lbs.
- Ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and walking for extended periods.
- Comfortable walking 2–10 miles/day on uneven or rugged terrain.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (rain, heat, cold, wind).
- Ability to participate in extended field rotations (multi-day trips).
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
- Fieldwork conducted in river, stream, and natural environments, sometimes in remote locations.
- Possible exposure to wildlife, insects, flowing water, and slippery or uneven surfaces.
- Office environment includes computer-based work, meetings, and virtual collaboration.
- Travel required throughout the Pacific Northwest and occasionally the Intermountain West.
Additional Information:
- Employment Type: Full-time, Salaried
- Location: Portland, OR (Preferred) – Other Pacific Northwest (PNW) locations will be considered
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
- 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.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
Compensation:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Pay Range: $80,000 – $90,000 annually
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
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, 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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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