The Opportunity:Tetra Tech is adding a project- to senior project-level
Water Resources Engineer to our team based in Marlborough, MA.
Position Summary:This is an engaging and high impact position in which you will work closely with industry leaders to support clients with stormwater management and design, green infrastructure (GI), low impact development (LID), hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) analysis, water quantity and water quality analysis, and resiliency solutions. In this position you will work as a team member to support routine and non-routine assignments related to transportation projects of substantial variety and complexity.
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 design and analysis of roadway stormwater treatment and conveyance systems, including drainage pipe networks, culverts, inlets, retention/detention basins, roadside swales, and related stormwater infrastructure.
- Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses and develop associated models to support design and evaluation of water resources systems.
- Prepare construction and bid documents, including engineering plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
- Develop technical reports and documentation to communicate analyses, methodologies, and design recommendations.
- Participate in client meetings and deliver presentations to communicate project status, findings, and technical solutions.
- Execute work in accordance with internal quality procedures, applicable codes, legislation, and industry standards to ensure project compliance and technical excellence.
- Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities to maintain a high degree of technical knowledge and professional competency in transportation/traffic engineering.
- Promote and maintain a culture of safety by working in a safe manner at all times and promptly reporting all health and safety incidents or concerns.
- Perform additional tasks as required to support project goals, team objectives, and company initiatives.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience for project-level or minimum of 10 years of experience for senior-level
- Professional Engineer License (MA)
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, StormCAD, HydroCAD, HEC-RAS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment with staff from different disciplines and backgrounds
- Active and clear driver's license, including a successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle history check.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, attending meetings, or preparing design documentation.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, printers, and other office equipment.
- Visual acuity to review detailed drawings, specifications, and computer screens for extended periods.
- Ability to clearly communicate through speech, hearing, and written correspondence in person, virtually, and via telephone.
- Ability to travel to and from project sites, client meetings, and other offices as required.
- Physical capability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and navigate uneven terrain, active construction sites, and partially completed structures.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials, drawings, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
- Capacity to use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and steel-toed boots when required.
- Tolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and dust during site visits.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:- The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting with a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere.
- Work involves extensive use of computers, digital communication tools, and design software in an open or hybrid office environment.
- This role requires frequent interaction with project teams, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders through in-person meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
- Periodic travel to construction sites, client offices, and off-site meetings is required.
- Work at project sites may involve exposure to active construction environments, including noise, dust, varying temperatures, and weather conditions.
- The position requires adaptability to shifting project priorities, client expectations, and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Work may occasionally involve tight deadlines, multiple concurrent projects, and high attention to detail under time-sensitive conditions.
- Collaboration across multiple time zones or with remote team members may be necessary, depending on project scope and firm structure.
Additional Information:- This is a full-time, regular position, with typically standard working hours between 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. However, this position may require occasional extended hours to meet project milestones, deadlines, or client needs.
- This position is considered hybrid, with a 40% office presence, 60% remote presence (ability to work from a home location). This arrangement is subject to review and may change based on project need or at the company's discretion.
Anticipated Hiring Range:- $90,000 - $120,000. Please note that this range reflects the pay scale that Tetra Tech reasonably expects to pay for the role. The salary will also depend on various factors, such as job duties and requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
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.
