Coastal Engineer - 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 a Junior Level Coastal Engineer for one of our listed offices. The successful new hire will assist with the planning and design for urban waterfront and coastal structures projects, including marinas, marine terminals, urban waterfront developments and cruise ship facilities, wetland restoration, dredging, shore protection structures, and flood walls.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News-Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct coastal studies, flood risk management, coastal restoration projections, and protection designs
• Complete data and engineering analyses and GIS mapping
• Perform field work as needed
• Prepare written reports
• Assist with flood risk reduction, coastal restoration, urban waterfront development, and shore protection projects
• Conduct ecological assessments
• Field data collection and navigation of difficult terrain may be required
• Implement scientific and regulatory tasks for projects to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and policies, including NEPA, Endangered Species Act, and Clean Water Act
• Assist with project types including:
  • Wetland restoration
  • Dredging
  • Waterfront structures
  • Coastal and environmental protection initiatives
  • Ecological surveys

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required
  • Course work in Coastal highly preferred
• Masters Degree in Coastal Engineering or related preferred
• 2 to 4 years of experience as a coastal engineer
• AutoCAD proficiency
• SWMM proficiency a strong plus
• Programming skills desired (MATLAB, Python or similar)
• Design skills desired (GIS, CIVIL 3D, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, Google earth engine etc.)

Base salary range: $39.84 to $48.70 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description. Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California, New York City, or Washington market.

Working conditions: Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.

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.