Roadway Project Engineer, PE

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Engineer – Roadway Design to join our Transportation team in Miami, FL. This full-time, on-site role supports FDOT Design-Bid-Build projects and provides opportunities for technical leadership and multidisciplinary coordination.

This mid-level role supports FDOT roadway design and production efforts, including alignment, modeling, and plan development. The Project Engineer will also serve as a Deputy Project Manager, helping coordinate tasks, support client communication, and guide junior engineers and CAD staff.

• Lead development of roadway design components such as geometry, roadway modeling, cross sections, and plans production for FDOT projects.
• Serve as Deputy Project Manager, supporting scheduling, task management, QC coordination, and client communication.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and CAD staff.
• Ensure deliverables comply with FDOT Design Manuals, CADD Manual, PPM, and district‑specific standards.
• Prepare construction plans, specifications, quantities, and engineering reports.
• Coordinate with drainage, traffic engineering, structures, and environmental disciplines.
• Assist with proposal preparation, scope development, and level‑of‑effort estimates.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 4–6 years of progressive roadway design experience.
• Engineering Intern (EI) certification required.
• Proficiency with FDOT plans production, Micro Station, and Open Roads Designer.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida.
• Experience supporting or managing FDOT Design‑Bid‑Build projects.

• Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including walking on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing design‑related tasks.

• Primarily office‑based work with occasional site visits.
• Exposure to weather conditions during field activities.
• Moderate noise levels typical of office and field settings.

• Full‑time, on‑site role based in Miami, FL.
• Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs.
• Occasional travel for project coordination or site visits.

• 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.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.