Water/Wastewater Engineer

The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our Water team in Houston, Texas. This role offers the opportunity to support municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and public-sector clients.

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 Water/Wastewater Engineer supports the planning, design, permitting, and construction of municipal water, wastewater, and sanitary sewer infrastructure projects. The role contributes technical expertise to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

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.
    • Perform engineering design for water-related infrastructure and water resource facilities.
    • Conduct site investigations and inspections and prepare detailed assessment reports.
    • Prepare design calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications.
    • Evaluate design alternatives, resolve technical issues, and coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
    • Coordinate project activities with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
    • Support project execution from conceptual planning through permitting and development of final plans, specifications, and bid packages.
    • Provide technical design support for water distribution systems, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and sanitary sewer collection systems.
    • Ensure technical accuracy, adherence to engineering standards, and proper documentation across design deliverables.
    • Provide construction phase services, including bid evaluations, plan clarifications, shop drawing reviews, progress report reviews, and change order evaluations.
    • Interpret specifications and drawings, recommend design modifications, and coordinate changes with the design team.
    • Independently assess engineering problems and recommend solutions to engineering discipline leads while ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
    • Minimum of 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
    • Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil or Environmental Engineering, registered in Texas or ability to obtain Texas licensure within one year.
    • Strong communication, technical writing, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
    • Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
    • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Project.

Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience with hydraulic modeling software.
    • Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
    • Experience with municipal infrastructure design and permitting.

Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to perform office-based engineering work with occasional field visits to project sites.
    • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, including occasional work on active construction sites.
    • Ability to lift and carry light to moderate equipment or materials as needed.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
    • Combination of office environment and outdoor field settings.
    • Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions during site visits.
    • Moderate noise levels may be present during construction-related activities.

Additional Information:
    • Employment Type: Full-time, regular position.
    • Work Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
    • Work Location: Houston, Texas
    • Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more periodic travel
    
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.