Senior Civil Engineer (PE)

Tetra Tech, Inc. in; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer (PE) to join the Orlando, FL team. This role involves hands-on hydraulic modeling and stormwater management for municipal clients while promoting innovation in water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will be a licensed engineer with strong technical expertise and collaboration skills, ready to contribute to impactful projects enhancing public health and environmental outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits

Merit-based financial rewards

Flexible work environment

Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in municipal water/wastewater design and modeling.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida required.
• Strong technical expertise and hands-on design experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydraulic modeling for water distribution and wastewater collection.
• Develop stormwater management systems using various modeling tools.
• Prepare floodplain analyses and design documents.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Site civil design

Stormwater management

Technical writing

Collaboration

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

InfoWater

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

PCSWMM

ICPR

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer (PE) with strong technical expertise in hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, and site civil design to join our Orlando, FL team. This position is ideal for a licensed engineer who thrives in hands-on design, analysis, and modeling across water infrastructure systems. You will play a key role in developing innovative solutions for municipal clients, contributing to projects that span pressure pipe networks, floodplain analysis, and sustainable stormwater systems.

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've stood at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, delivering real-world solutions in water, environment, energy, and infrastructure.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to advance your engineering career while contributing to projects that improve public health and environmental outcomes. You'll work with a collaborative team of experts leveraging advanced modeling tools, data analytics, and sustainable design principles.

Your Role:

1. Perform hydraulic modeling of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including pressure pipe networks
2. Develop and analyze stormwater management systems using ICPR, PCSWMM, InfoWater, and other tools
3. Prepare FEMA floodplain analyses and compliance documentation
4. Lead and contribute to site civil design efforts including grading, drainage, stormwater facilities, and utility layout
5. Prepare engineering reports, construction documents, technical specifications, and cost estimates
6. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on integrated water infrastructure designs
7. Support environmental permitting and coordinate with local/state regulatory agencies
8. Provide QA/QC on design deliverables and mentor junior engineering staff

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Master's preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida required
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater design and modeling
• Proficient in modeling software such as InfoWater, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, PCSWMM, ICPR, HEC-HMS/HEC-RAS
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain analysis, permitting, and regulatory requirements
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to develop high-quality design documentation
• Excellent collaboration skills and client communication abilities
• Valid U.S. driver's license with acceptable driving record

Life at Tetra Tech:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits
• Merit-based financial rewards
• Flexible work environment with support for work/life balance
• Collaborative culture that values technical excellence and innovation
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

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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