What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bridge Engineer, PE position at Tetra Tech?
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation team in Oklahoma City, OK. This role supports the planning, design, and evaluation of bridges and related transportation structures for state and local clients. We are seeking a Professional Engineer (PE) with 5 years of experience to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects across Oklahoma.
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 Bridge Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and evaluation of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and related transportation structures. This position supports plan production, structural studies, and project development activities, and may coordinate with clients, agencies, and subconsultants based on experience level.
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.
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers
Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
Tetra Tech is seeking a Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation team in Oklahoma City, OK. This role supports the planning, design, and evaluation of bridges and related transportation structures for state and local clients. We are seeking a Professional Engineer (PE) with 5 years of experience to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects across Oklahoma.
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 Bridge Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and evaluation of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and related transportation structures. This position supports plan production, structural studies, and project development activities, and may coordinate with clients, agencies, and subconsultants based on experience level.
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.
- Design bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other transportation structures.
- Perform and/or lead plan production, including 3D modeling and CADD.
- Conduct bridge load rating analyses.
- Utilize structural design software to develop structural evaluation and structure-type studies.
- Prepare quantities, plan notes, technical reports, and cost estimates.
- Conduct site visits to support design and evaluation activities.
- Coordinate with state and local agencies, clients, and subconsultants.
- Support project management, quality oversight, and business development activities commensurate with experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license with 5 years of bridge design and plan production experience.
- Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD and applicable state DOT bridge design standards.
- Experience using MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer, or AASHTOWare BrR. Experience with OpenRoads is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- 5 years of focused bridge design experience.
- Familiarity with Oklahoma DOT (ODOT) bridge design standards.
- Ability to perform site visits and field assessments in varying weather and terrain conditions.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform light to moderate physical activity, including occasional lifting up to 25–30 pounds.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and engineering software for extended periods.
- Combination of office-based design work and periodic outdoor site visits.
- Occasional exposure to variable weather conditions and active construction environments.
- Moderate noise levels when visiting project sites.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Location: Oklahoma City, OK.
- Work Schedule: Standard Monday–Friday business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid flexibility may be available depending on project responsibilities.
- Travel: Travel to project sites as needed.
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.
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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers
Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
- Organization: 200 IEW