Coastal Engineer: Dredging & Shoreline Restoration Lead

AtkinsRéalis; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Coastal Engineer to join its Ports and Coastal Resilience Practice in Melbourne, FL. The role supports dredging, beach nourishment, waterway restoration, shoreline stabilization, and related projects from data collection through permitting, bidding, and construction oversight.

The candidate will lead design efforts, prepare specs, coordinate surveys and investigations, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating with clients, regulators, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree in Coastal Engineering or related discipline is preferred.
• Florida Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within a reasonable period after hire.
• 4–8 years of relevant engineering experience with dredging or coastal projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design of dredging, beach nourishment, waterway restoration, and other coastal projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, cost estimates, and construction docs.
• Coordinate surveys, geotechnical investigations, environmental studies, and other data collection efforts.
• Perform engineering analyses and evaluate design alternatives.
• Support permitting, bidding, construction administration, and oversight activities.
• Monitor compliance with project specs, permit conditions, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist with managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and field staff.
• Participate in project-site visits and field activities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Coastal Engineering

Project Management

Fieldwork

Regulatory Permitting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Coastal/Ocean Engineering

Master's degree in Coastal Engineering (preferred)

Professional Engineer license in Florida (or ability to obtain)

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Coastal Engineer to join its Ports and Coastal Resilience Practice in Melbourne, FL. The role supports dredging, beach nourishment, waterway restoration, shoreline stabilization, and related projects from data collection through permitting, bidding, and construction oversight.

The candidate will lead design efforts, prepare specs, coordinate surveys and investigations, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating with clients, regulators, and