Civil Engineer, EIT - Water

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Civil Engineer, EIT to work in our Oklahoma City or Tulsa office. The successful candidate will provide engineering support for the water/wastewater group. Typical projects include a wide variety of municipal water and wastewater initiatives involving collection and conveyance systems, pump stations, storage and treatment facilities, and rehabilitation. This position is part of a team specializing in the engineering of public water systems to upgrade aging infrastructure, provide sustainable solutions, and offer innovative approaches that help preserve safe and reliable water delivery.

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 Civil Engineer, EIT provides technical and analytical support to the water/wastewater team in Oklahoma, contributing to the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects. This role supports senior engineers and project managers in developing sustainable and cost-effective engineering solutions that enhance public water and wastewater systems.

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 conceptual and detailed design, including hydraulic calculations and analyses.
    • Assist in preparing detailed engineering reports, construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation.
    • Prepare engineering reports and technical memoranda.
    • Conduct research related to engineering policies, regulations, and best practices.
    • Develop descriptive charts, figures, maps, tables, and matrices to support project documentation.
    • Support cost-benefit analyses and project evaluations.
    • Perform field work and construction observation as needed.
    • Contribute to project documentation and deliverables, including memos and reports.
    • Assist with quality control and quality assurance reviews.
    • Prepare permit applications and supporting materials.

Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
    • 0–2 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
    • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
    • Demonstrated analytical, written, and verbal communication skills through academic or professional experience.
    • Proficiency with AutoCAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred).
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with municipal water or wastewater infrastructure projects.
    • Familiarity with the design-bid-build process, including engineering analysis, permitting, preparation of plans and specifications, cost estimating, and construction administration.
    • Ability to work independently on engineering tasks while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to perform occasional field visits, including walking on uneven terrain at project and construction sites.
    • Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer and preparing technical documents.
    • Ability to lift and carry plans, field equipment, or materials up to 25 pounds as needed.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

    • Combination of office-based work and periodic field or construction site visits.
    • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during site visits.
    • Moderate noise levels in office settings and higher noise levels at construction sites.
    • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required during fieldwork.

Additional Information:

Employment Type: Full-time
Work Location: Tulsa or Oklahoma City
Travel Requirements: Limited local travel to client and project sites.

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.