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Tetra Tech's commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. We are currently seeking a Senior-Level Civil Engineer to join our team in Glen Allen, VA. This role is integral to our energy-related projects, with a focus on renewable energy.
Your Role:
• Lead engineering design for energy-related projects, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy, particularly solar in utility-scale and distribution generation projects.
• Guide the site plan and zoning approval processes for renewable projects at the municipal level.
• Oversee the erosion and sediment control plan approval process through county and state regulatory bodies.
• Apply expertise in surface water quality, stormwater quality, and stormwater management in both construction and post-construction settings.
• Conduct hydrology and hydraulic analysis in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Plan, design, construct, and maintain stormwater infrastructure and Best Management Practices (BMPs), including low impact development and green infrastructure projects.
• Utilize civil and environmental engineering principles in grading, site layout, wetland impacts, traffic, utilities, and more.
• Work with industry-standard software such as HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, BlueBeam, etc.
• Navigate local, state, and federal water resources regulatory processes.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff while managing multiple tasks and working effectively with project managers.
Qualifications:
• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or a related field.
• 10-25 years of experience in engineering design, particularly in energy-related projects.
• Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Proven experience with renewable energy projects, including leading approval processes for site plans, zoning, and erosion and sediment control.
• In-depth understanding of civil and environmental engineering principles and regulatory processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project) and other relevant software tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Experience working in VA and neighboring states is preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations and a physical if needed.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
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