Engineer Diver (Structural Focus) - Entry / Junior Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively seeking an engineer with structural engineering focus and commercial diving certification to perform both structural design and inspections. The successful new hire will join our Walnut Creek or Oakland, CA office. As the successful Diver, you will be working with a team of experienced professional engineer-divers that provides consulting services to clients throughout California. Occasional travel to other areas throughout the U.S. (including Hawaii) and abroad will also be required.

The principal function of this position is to be part of a team that evaluates marine structures and ports through above and underwater engineering inspections; follow-on report preparation; load-rating analyses; remaining service life analyses; and development of structural repair, rehabilitation, or replacement designs. Design tasks will include conceptual development; operational considerations; structural analysis; and preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates. You will utilize modern workflows that include field tablets, UAS (drones), nondestructive testing and evaluation, marine mapping and imaging, analysis and modeling tools. We perform these inspections for marine terminal operators, private clients, states, municipalities, the US Navy and many more!

Grow your career with us! Moffatt & Nichol provides two mature in-house training programs for commercial diving and professional rope access (optional). You will be offered many training and education opportunities for a custom career development track that is designed with you.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Performs site investigations of marine structures, bridges, and other infrastructure assets.
• Ensures that the scope of work is fulfilled as directed and that the contracted deliverable is submitted on schedule and as budgeted.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the inspection team and of other engineering disciplines.
• Analyzes deficient components of marine structures to assess load capacity.
• Prepares plans, specifications, cost estimates and supporting documentation.
• Assists with civil and structural design.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) strongly preferred and required within 6 months of commencing employment.
• Certified Commercial Diver - ADCI, HSE, DCBC, IMCA or ADAS required.
• NHI/NBIS bridge inspection qualifications a plus.
• Entry to 4 years of related diving and inspection experience; design experience strongly preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license in good standing.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required. Most work is regional; however, travel can be up to 1 to 2 weeks in duration if needed.
• Boater Safety Card preferred.
• Possess DBIDS card or eligibility to successfully pass background check to secure Department of Defense DBIDS card and other badges required by clients.
• Possession of or ability to obtain within a couple months of hire a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen Administration certification preferred.
• Selected candidate must consent to and pass a post-off/pre-employment drug screening.
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire.

Base salary range: $37.00 to $53.00 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description. In addition to salary, Moffatt & Nichol also offers generous dive pay along with a personal dive equipment reimbursement program. Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California market.

Working conditions:

• Office work requires ongoing design work requiring focus.
• Field work requires diving in waters and exposure to extreme elements.
• Must be able to move among a variety of simultaneous priorities.
• Some extended days, evenings, and weekend work requirements.

Physical requirements:

• ADCI (or equivalent) diving requires specific physical conditioning and strength.
• Field work requires incumbent to carry diving and inspection equipment over unpaved, rural, and unmarked terrain.
• The incumbent must be able to lift, carry, climb, and navigate in a small boat.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement: As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.