Coastal Engineer - Mobile, United States - Moffatt & Nichol

Description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field.

We are actively looking for a Coastal Engineer to join our Coastal team in Mobile.

As part of the Coastal Group, this position will plan and design for urban waterfront and coastal projects, including marinas, marine terminals, urban waterfront developments, cruise ship facilities, wetland restoration, modeling and analysis, dredging, shore protection structures, and flood walls.

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, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight.

For the 2 nd

year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation.

We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

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

The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Designs construction projects by studying project concept, architectural drawings, and models.

Prepares engineering design by collecting and studying reports, maps, drawings, aerial photographs, and tests on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and related topographical and geologic data.

Supports the analysis of project costs by calculating labor, material, and related costs.
Creates feasibility study by analysing engineering design, conducting environmental impact studies, and assembling data.
Develops construction specifications, plans, and schedules to produce engineering documents.

Researches and assists in complying with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed actions.

Successfully assist with ongoing Coastal / Water practice through contacts and business development efforts working with EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, NOAA, Local Environmental agencies, as well as private sector clients
Implementing 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

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in civil, coastal, ocean, or environmental engineering; required
Master's degree in coastal or ocean engineering; preferred
4 plus years of experience as a Coastal Engineer; required
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required
Software experience required;

Proficient in AutoCAD
Microstation, Civil3D, or SWMM proficiency; preferred
Coastal modeling software; preferred

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST
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

Physical requirements:
Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.
Moffatt & Nichol 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.

EEO is the LAW

If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at or TTY/TDD users please call 711.

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