Project Engineer

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is seeking a technically driven Project Engineer (Civil PE) to join our Boston, MA office. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about civil and water/wastewater infrastructure design and is interested in progressing toward a project management track. Youll play a key technical role on multidisciplinary teams delivering complex municipal and utility projects throughout New England and across the U.S.

Our Boston team supports clients with innovative, practical solutions for water and wastewater treatment, conveyance systems, stormwater management, and site infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to deepen your technical expertise while gaining exposure to project delivery, coordination, and client-facing work.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the worlds 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.

Your Role:

• Support the planning and design of water/wastewater treatment, distribution/conveyance, and pumping systems

• Perform hydraulic calculations, pipe and equipment sizing, and detailed civil design

• Prepare construction documents including drawings, technical specifications, reports, and cost estimates

• Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to ensure design quality and technical accuracy

• Review contractor submittals and respond to RFIs during construction phases

• Assist with site visits, field investigations, and occasional construction observation

• Work closely with CAD designers, junior engineers, and other technical staff

• Gain exposure to task management and client interaction to grow toward a PM role

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (required)

• Professional Engineer (PE) license

• 5+ years of relevant experience in civil infrastructure or water/wastewater projects

• Strong technical background in one or more of the following: site grading, utilities, hydraulics, treatment processes, or stormwater systems

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; familiarity with Revit, InfoWater/InfoWorks, or similar tools is a plus

• Solid written and verbal communication skills

• Valid drivers license and ability to travel (~15%) to project sites and client meetings

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, 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.

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