What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Civil/ Geotechnical Engineer position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Graduate Civil/ Geotechnical Engineer to our Geotechnical team based in Midland, TX.
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 Graduate Civil/Geotechnical Engineer will provide support for various geotechnical and engineering design for commercial and industrial projects in the Energy and Renewable Energy Projects in Texas. Primary responsibilities include to assist with geotechnical field investigations, oversight of geotechnical testing, data review and report preparation as required. Additional responsibilities could also include assistance with review of construction monitoring and testing and associated regulatory compliance.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
- Lead and coordinate geotechnical fieldwork and supervise subcontractors in the field during project field work for geotechnical and civil engineering design, including during site inspections, test borings, rock coring, test pits, cone penetration testing, hand augers, and other methods.
- Prepare geotechnical engineering design and recommendations for shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures , embankments, berms, and site development.
- Review, analyze and perform geotechnical laboratory testing and support laboratory operations.
- Oversight of geotechnical related construction monitoring and testing.
- Develop work plans, technical reports and proposals for geotechnical and foundation assessment projects.
- Review construction monitoring and testing results and perform QA/QC assessments.
- Prepare daily reports and assist with proposals for various types of construction materials testing projects.
- Prepare Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and excavation plans, submit 811 one calls, and perform other office tasks supporting projects.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical or Geological Engineering from a four-year ABET accredited engineering program required. A master’s degree is a plus.
- 0-4 years of related experience to demonstrate candidates’ ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Qualified candidates must have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam and be eligible to apply for the Principles and Practices of Engineering Exam within four years.
- Proficiency in geotechnical software such as Geo Master, PLAXIS 3D, L‑Pile, Geo‑Slope, Seep/Slope, or similar modeling tools is a plus; training will be provided as needed.
- Working knowledge in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D software is a plus.
- Candidate must demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude; highly motivated, customer-focused, and a strong team player with the ability to work independently.
- Candidate must be able to manage and lead project tasks, supported by strong client interaction and organizational skills.
- Candidate must be able and available for travel via land and/or air and possess a valid drivers’ license in good standing.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must possess able and available to travel via land and/or air and possess a valid driver’s license in good standing. The candidate must be able to walk across rough or uneven surfaces that may be muddy and rutted in inclement weather. The candidate must be able to hear see and hear warning signals at facilities or from heavy machinery that is in motion. Some heavy lifting may be required, including equipment lifting.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
Work will be split between the Texas offices and field for inspections and oversight (typ. est. 60% field, 40% office for first year). Projects and field work will primarily be in West, Central, and North Texas and southeast New Mexico and occasional overnight travel will be required. Field work will be primarily outdoors, exposed to varying weather conditions, while wearing fire-retardant clothing (FRC). The preferred candidate will be located in Midland, Texas.
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, 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.
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