We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Senior Engineer 1, you will join our Dams Team in our Providence, RI, Westwood, MA or Portsmouth, NH offices, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Dams Team and Projects

Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team at Tighe & Bond that’s leading the way in dam and levee engineering across the northeast. With more than 2,000 projects under our belt—from inspections to multi-million-dollar dam rehabilitations and removals—we’re trusted to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that protect communities and enhance resilience. Our engineers and scientists work together to support the full lifecycle of dam and levee systems, from concept through construction, with a focus on public safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory excellence. Whether it’s designing critical repairs, navigating complex permitting, or removing aging infrastructure to restore natural ecosystems, our work directly supports dam safety, climate resilience, water management, and the restoration of fish and wildlife habitats.  

What You’ll Be Doing

As a valuable part of our Dams Team , a Senior Engineer 1 will play a key role in delivering technical solutions, supporting project execution, and mentoring junior staff across multiple projects within the Northeast with responsibilities such as:

• Collaborate with project teams to design and conduct technical work, address and solving complex engineering challenges
• Serve as a technical resource and occasionally acting as a "go-to" expert within your area of specialization
• Provide quality control (QC) reviews on project deliverables, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry and regulatory standards
• Mentor and coach junior staff, foster professional growth and knowledge-sharing within the team
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, assist with client management, and contribute to strategic planning
• Prepare technical agreements, including letter agreements, sub-consultant contracts, and task orders
• Participate in industry engagement, present at technical forums, and contribute to professional practice organizations
• Lead internal knowledge-sharing efforts, deliver at least one technical seminar or training session annually

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Considerable consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in dams, river restoration, or water resources engineering
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer
• Familiarity with New England regulations and permitting related to the dam processes
• Proven expertise in dam inspections and dam rehabilitation and removal design and permitting
• Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Field experience in dam safety inspections, hydrologic data collection, and dam construction oversight
• Enthusiasm for learning and a self-motivated approach to professional growth  

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and familiarity with modeling software such as seepage and slope stability (Slide or GeoStudio) HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, and GIS
• Proven expertise in seepage cutoff as well as collection and embankment stability
• Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs 

Your Financial and Wellness Benefits

• Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance 

Ways to Grow Your Career
We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth. 

Our Culture and Values
We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create and cultivate a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, that encourages creativity and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

More About Tighe & Bond
We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of over 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.