Senior Engineer – Civil​/Maritime

Senior Engineer – Civil/Maritime

Lead the Future of Maritime Infrastructure

Are you a Civil Engineer looking for a new challenge? At Tetra Tech, we’re looking for experienced engineers to join our maritime team delivering civil and structural engineering solutions in the ports and harbours sector in Belfast (with flexibility to consider other locations for the right candidate).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of maritime infrastructure projects—from ports and harbours to coastal defences and marine terminals. We deliver innovative solutions to clients’ diverse needs with many flagship projects including Loch Ryan Port, Cork Container Terminal and Dinish Wharf Expansion. Whether you’re actively seeking your next challenge or open to exploring new possibilities, this role offers the chance to lead technical delivery and shape the future of coastal infrastructure.

As a senior technical expert, you will play a pivotal role in supporting maritime team leaders in the delivery of high‑quality design services to clients across the ports and maritime sectors. Your contribution will extend beyond technical delivery, as you’ll also mentor junior engineers and actively support the growth of the team’s technical capabilities. The scope of your involvement will include the full lifecycle of civil and maritime infrastructure design—from concept development through to preliminary and detailed design.

You’ll also take responsibility for project management and contract administration, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. In addition, you’ll engage directly with clients through technical reporting and consultation, while contributing to business development and team mentoring initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Ports and Maritime, you’ll be part of a passionate and collaborative team delivering innovative solutions across the UK and Ireland. This role offers excellent opportunities for progression and leadership within a growing and strategically important sector.

You’ll play a key role in delivering technical excellence, supporting junior engineers, and managing client relationships. You’ll be independently managing small to medium‑sized projects, leading design teams, and contributing to business development.

Success in this role is measured through technical leadership, collaboration, and project delivery. With clear pathways for growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact, this is a role where your development and achievements are actively supported.

At Tetra Tech we recruit using core capabilities—the essential skills, experience, and responsibilities required to perform the role effectively. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

This role demands a strong foundation in civil and structural engineering principles, with the ability to apply these across a diverse range of maritime infrastructure projects. You’ll be expected to demonstrate proficiency in industry‑standard design software and have experience working to Eurocodes, ensuring compliance and technical accuracy in all aspects of design. Familiarity with Computer‑Aided Design (CAD) tools and Microsoft Office is essential for producing high‑quality documentation and drawings.

While direct experience in maritime engineering is advantageous, it is not a prerequisite—what matters most is your ability to adapt and apply core engineering principles to complex, real‑world challenges. The ideal candidate will be technically confident, detail‑oriented, and capable of contributing to innovative solutions within a collaborative team environment.

In this role, a strong emphasis is placed on your ability to approach complex technical challenges with confidence and clarity. You’ll be expected to analyse engineering problems across a range of maritime and civil infrastructure contexts, applying sound judgement and practical experience to develop effective solutions. Independent thinking is…