Intermediate Coastal Engineer

Description

• Assist juniors and lead data collection and analysis to support engineering design and decision-making.
• Conduct site visits and carry out inspections of existing coastal structures.
• Perform coastal analysis, model studies and design coastal protection structures.
• Support planning, research, design, and preparation of plans, specifications, and project manuals.
• Participate in project management activities, including client interaction, budget and schedule tracking, and quality control coordination.
• Work effectively across offices and time zones to ensure alignment with project deliverables.
• Perform a variety of assignments requiring the application of moderate-to-advanced coastal and civil engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria with limited guidance from senior engineers.
• Prepare design and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, scientists, geomatics specialists, CAD drafters, and surveyors.
• Provide administrative and on-site observation support during marine and coastal construction projects.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations (e.g., NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act).
• Contribute to proposal preparation, interviews, and business development efforts to attract and retain clients.

Requirements

• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Construction experience related to waterfront and coastal projects.
• Deep working knowledge of design guidelines, codes, and standards related to coastal and marine engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in project design or construction experience involving coastal and marine structures, ecosystem restoration or navigation and dredging.
• Master’s degree in coastal engineering, civil engineering, ocean engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience conducting feasibility studies, environmental impact analyses, and cost evaluations.
• Availability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required.
• Bachelor’s degree in coastal engineering, civil engineering, ocean engineering or related field
• Proficiency in related software (e.g., ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Python, HEC-RAS, MIKE21, SWAN, Delft3D) and numerical modeling tools
• Ability to clearly document the basis of design including the documentation of design codes and standards, data analysis, assumptions, calculations, and conclusions.
• Experience working with public agencies (e.g., EPA, USACE, NOAA, local environmental agencies) as well as private sector clients.
• 6+ years of coastal or marine engineering experience in consulting or a contractor role.
• Proven project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations affecting coastal and marine projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng. in Canada or P.E. in the U.S.) in good standing

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance