Engineer - Diver

Collins Engineers, Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Engineers, Inc. in Port Arthur, Texas is seeking an Engineer Diver to join our team. This unique role combines engineering analysis with hands-on underwater inspection to support critical infrastructure projects along waterways and bridges.

You will work with a collaborative, safety‑conscious team, perform waterfront inspections, interpret plans, document findings, and help develop maintenance recommendations while traveling regionally as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with waterfront and underwater inspections is required.
• Ability to interpret plans and design drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication with project stakeholders.
• Commitment to safety and on-site field work.

Responsibilities

• Perform waterfront and underwater inspections of bridges.
• Assist in inspection and assessment report preparation.
• Review plans and prepare project deliverables.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and technicians.
• Travel regionally as needed.
• Maintain safety standards during fieldwork.

Skills

Waterfront inspections

Underwater inspections

Interpret plans

Communication with stakeholders

Safety consciousness

Job description

Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you.

Collins Engineers, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineer Diver to join our team in Port Arthur, Texas. This is a unique opportunity to combine engineering expertise with underwater exploration, contributing to projects that ensure the safety and longevity of critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will play a key role in waterfront and underwater bridge inspections and related engineering tasks, gaining valuable hands-on experience while working in a collaborative, employee-focused environment.

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs waterfront and underwater and topside bridge inspections.
• Assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.
• Reviews and interprets plans and design drawings.
• Documents findings and assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.
• Supports the development of recommendations for maintenance or repairs.
• Collaborates with senior engineers/technicians on inspections.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare project deliverables.
• Communicates effectively with engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
• Requires some travel (mostly regional).
• Participates in training programs to enhance inspection skills.
• Other duties may be assigned.