Coastal Engineer (PE)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Coastal Engineer (PE) in Houston, Texas, dedicated to restoring and protecting coastlines. In this role, you will lead the design of coastal restoration projects, focusing on enhancing resilience and improving ecosystems.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a minimum of 5 years in coastal engineering, and a professional engineering license. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative water management solutions along the Texas coast.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field.
• 5+ years of experience in coastal engineering projects.
• Professional engineering license (e.g., PE or P.Eng license) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and design of coastal restoration projects.
• Perform engineering design for dredging and beach nourishment.
• Develop construction plans for projects on the Texas coast.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Civil engineering

Tools

Numerical modeling tools

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, empowering everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe water is more than a resource; it is a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come.

Coastal Engineer (PE)

We’re looking for individuals passionate about restoring and protecting coastlines through innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions.

About the Role

In this role, you will support and lead the analysis and design of dredging, beach nourishment, and coastal restoration projects, helping deliver solutions that enhance resilience, improve ecosystems, and support coastal communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and design of coastal restoration projects, including:
  • Marsh restoration
  • Beach nourishment
  • Shoreline protection and stabilization
• Perform engineering design for dredging, beach nourishment, and coastal restoration projects, including:
  • Channel layout and alignment
  • Dredging production estimates
  • Placement area and beneficial use design
  • Shoreline protection and stabilization
• Develop construction plans and specifications for successful project implementation, particularly along the Texas coast
• Contribute to and collaborate with a growing team of numerical modeling experts, supporting development of:
  • Wave models
  • Tidal circulation models
  • Storm surge analyses
  • Vessel-induced wave modeling
• Support and lead:
  • Proposal development
  • Scope definition
  • Cost estimating
  • Project management activities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing HDR within the community and industry

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Coastal, Ocean, or Civil engineering preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in coastal engineering projects
• Experience with numerical modeling of waves, tidal circulation, and storm surge. Alternatively, strong experience in development of construction plans, specifications, and project management. The candidate may focus on technical topics or engineering design and execution.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Familiarity with wave growth and transformation, coastal and estuarine hydrodynamics, littoral processes, sediment transport, marine dredging, and basic geotechnical or structural systems
• Ability to work independently in addition to planning, organizing, and assisting groups of medium to large teams of professionals and technicians dependent on project/task

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field
• Previous experience in water resources engineering projects
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng license)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Primary Location

United States - Texas - Houston

Schedule

Full-time

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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