Civil Engineer - Coastal and Marine Structures

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer specialized in coastal and marine structures to join a fully remote team. The role involves design, analysis, and management of harbors, breakwaters, seawalls, and offshore structures for global clients.

You will collaborate with engineers across time zones, deliver high-quality solutions, and contribute to major coastal development initiatives while working from a remote location.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with coastal/marine focus.
• Minimum 6 years in designing coastal/marine structures.
• Proficient in hydrodynamics, structural analysis, and geotechnical tools for marine env.
• Strong understanding of oceanographic conditions and naval architecture.
• Excellent remote collaboration and time-zone management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze coastal and marine structures for waves and currents.
• Prepare technical specs, drawings, and tender docs for marine projects.
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for new marine infra.
• Ensure designs meet international maritime standards.
• Provide remote expert advice to clients and teams.
• Manage project risks, quality, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Project management

Independent work

Education

Master's in Coastal/Marine Eng

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with specialized knowledge in coastal and marine structures to join their remote team. This role involves the design, analysis, and management of projects related to harbors, breakwaters, seawalls, and offshore structures. You will work from a remote location, collaborating with a global team of engineers and clients on complex maritime engineering challenges. This position is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives on technical complexity and is adept at managing projects and providing expert consultation in a distributed work environment, contributing to significant coastal development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze coastal and marine structures, considering wave action, currents, and seabed conditions.
• Develop technical specifications, construction drawings, and tender documentation for marine projects.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new marine infrastructure developments.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international and South African maritime engineering standards.
• Provide expert technical advice and support to clients and project teams remotely.
• Manage project risks, quality control, and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Coastal or Marine Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the design of coastal and marine structures.
• Proficiency in specialized software for hydrodynamics, structural analysis, and geotechnical assessment in marine environments.
• Strong understanding of oceanographic conditions, naval architecture principles, and materials used in marine construction.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage projects effectively across different time zones.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling work from any location.
• Opportunities to work on challenging and high-profile international maritime projects.
• Support for professional development and attendance at relevant industry conferences.