Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They are seeking a motivated Junior Structural Engineer to support innovative planning, engineering, and design for water-infrastructure projects, contributing to structural design and analysis while gaining hands-on experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural design and analysis for civil works and waterfront projects, including flood walls, navigation locks, dam structures, hydraulic gates, pump stations, and related components
- Prepare clear, complete engineering calculations and design documentation using accepted engineering formulas and methods; organize calculation packages for senior review
- Conduct quality control checks of calculations, drawings, and quantity takeoffs; coordinate and implement corrections identified during QA/QC
- Research and evaluate design options, prepare concise technical summaries, and present findings and recommendations to senior engineers
- Solve problems using a combination of industry design standards and modified standard procedures or methods developed in prior assignments
- Read, interpret, and develop plans, reports and other contract documents; verify project requirements and constraints
- Assist in the preparation of specification language and input for technical sections; provide supporting information for specification development
- Review shop drawings and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) during construction, preparing well documented recommendations for Project or Senior Engineers
- Contact and coordinate with other departments to research appropriate courses of action
- Coordinate with other disciplines (geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, environmental) and internal teams to resolve design interfaces and ensure interdisciplinary integration
- Communicate effectively with project teams, clients, contractors, and subconsultants; escalate technical issues to senior staff as appropriate
- Support field activities as needed—attend site visits, shop fabrication visits, etc
- Continuously develop technical skills and stay up to date on industry changes and trends—learn new software, codes, analysis techniques, etc.—and share lessons learned with the team
Skills
- A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or structural engineering
- A minimum of 1 year of structural engineering experience (industry internships count toward experience)
- An Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification
- Working understanding of structural design methods, relevant codes, and standards (AISC, ACI, IBC, ASCE7, etc.)
- Proven experience with reinforced concrete and structural steel design and detailing
- Proven experience producing structural drawings and details
- Proficiency with structural analysis software (examples: SAP2000, RISA, LPILE, GROUP); ability to learn new tools quickly
- Familiarity with or strong interest in learning various BIM/CAD platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley OpenBuildings, MicroStation)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience using spreadsheets for calculations and report preparation
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical ideas clearly to teammates and clients
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary teams, take direction, and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality, with an eagerness to learn and grow professionally
- Master's degree in structural engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or working towards obtaining licensure
- Experience with USACE or other federal/local government clients and contracting processes is a plus
Benefits
- 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.
Company Overview
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients. It was founded in 1966, and is headquartered in Pasadena, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.tetratech.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Tetra Tech has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2025, 11 in 2024, 11 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 16 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.