What you can expect from Tetra Tech: * A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options. * A space that enables ...

2 Tetra Tech Jobs Hiring in Columbus, OH
What you can expect from Tetra Tech: * A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options. * A space that enables ...
Civil Design Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
What you can expect from Tetra Tech: * A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options. * A space that enables ...
Civil Design Engineer
Columbus, OH · On-site
What you can expect from Tetra Tech: * A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options. * A space that enables ...
Tetra Tech Jobs Information
What is it like to work at Tetra Tech?
Do workers at Tetra Tech get paid breaks?
43% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Does Tetra Tech pay people when they’re sick?
69% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Is the health insurance from Tetra Tech affordable enough for their workers?
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Tetra Tech?
53% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
- 81% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers at Tetra Tech worry about hours?
72% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do Tetra Tech workers get to choose the shifts they work?
58% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
How easy is it for Tetra Tech workers to change shifts?
73% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Tetra Tech?
68% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do Tetra Tech managers change schedules at the last minute?
74% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers at Tetra Tech do extra work that they don't get paid for?
33% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Tetra Tech?
88% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at Tetra Tech feel treated with respect by their managers?
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at Tetra Tech get to take their breaks without interruption?
69% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Tetra Tech?
49% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at Tetra Tech enjoy their jobs?
81% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at Tetra Tech recommend working with their team?
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Tetra Tech?
71% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Tetra Tech?
In the last year, 37% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people think Tetra Tech’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
58% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Tetra Tech is doing?
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Tetra Tech rating
5.9
Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
327th of 349 rated engineering
Job description
Are you a driven Civil Design Engineer with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges? We're looking for a talented professional with expertise in hydrology and hydraulics, geotechnical, or structural engineering to join our collaborative team of engineers and scientists. In this role, you'll contribute to a variety of impactful projects, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, aquatic habitat restoration, hydraulic structure analysis and design, sediment transport studies, and dam and reservoir operations modeling. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that blend technical precision with creative problem-solving. Your contributions will help shape sustainable solutions for civil works projects that protect and enhance communities and ecosystems.
As a Civil Design Engineer, your primary focus will be:
- Lead or support the design and construction administration of civil works projects, including dams, levees, and floodwalls.
- Develop and review plans and specifications to ensure high quality, constructible designs.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to create 3D surfaces and design models.
- Manage design and permitting tasks across multiple projects, balancing deadlines and technical requirements.
- Oversee construction administration, including bid support, onsite activity coordination, compliance checks, change order management, and shop drawing reviews.
- Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team that includes environmental, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to deliver comprehensive project solutions.
To be a successful Civil Design Engineer, you'll need to have:
- A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
- Active Engineering Intern (EI) certification as a minimum, Professional Engineer (PE) license a strong plus.
- 5-15 years of professional engineering experience, particularly in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
- A proven ability to develop conceptual, preliminary, and final designs.
- Excellent technical writing skills to produce clear, concise reports that communicate procedures and results effectively.
- A valid driver's license with a good driving record, as well as a willingness to travel for project needs. Field experience and boat operation skills are a bonus.
If you're interested in this opportunity but are unsure if you have all these qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.
What you can expect from Tetra Tech:
- A fair and equitable compensation package, which includes flexible health benefits, 401(k) match, and paid time off options.
- A space that enables collaboration and excellence with opportunities for mentoring and growth.
- Recognition through Excellence and Achievement Awards for our highest performing team members.
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 Techis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, 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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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