Remote Coastal Engineer for Flood Resiliency

Anchor QEA; Horsham (PA); Remote; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

401(k)

Job summary

Anchor QEA in Horsham, PA, is seeking a full-time Coastal Engineer to support east coast projects in coastal processes, shoreline protection, and nature-based solutions. The role involves design, modeling, and field coordination, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

We value quick learners, strong communication, and PE eligibility; 3–8 years of coastal, hydrodynamic or water resources experience is desired.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in coastal engineering or related field.
• Experience with coastal engineering and flood resiliency evaluations.
• Experience with hydrologic, hydraulic, hydrodynamic, and/or water quality numerical modeling.
• Understanding of design principles including cost estimating and development of plans and specifications.
• Experience in project and program management including scopes, schedules, budgets, and sub-consultants.
• Proficiency in MS Office; AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS skills are a plus.
• Python experience is a plus; Professional Engineer license or pursuit thereof is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the engineer supporting development and design for projects involving coastal engineering, including coastal processes, shoreline erosion protection, maintenance dredging and beach nourishment, wetland protection and restoration, and engineering with nature and nature-based solutions concepts
• Supports engineering planning and design including concept designs, alternative studies, basis of design requirements, construction drawings, technical reports and specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers
• Manages team and coordinates with client’s project manager and/or technical staff
• Analyzes complex problems and develops value-engineered solutions
• Supports the preparation and coordination of project deliverables including construction documents
• Ability to travel for field site visits and project meetings in various US locations

Skills

Coastal engineering

Hydrodynamic modeling

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Python

MS Office

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Education

BS or MS in Coastal/Ocean/Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Python

Job description

Anchor QEA in Horsham, PA, is seeking a full-time Coastal Engineer to support east coast projects in coastal processes, shoreline protection, and nature-based solutions. The role involves design, modeling, and field coordination, with opportunities to mentor junior staff.

We value quick learners, strong communication, and PE eligibility; 3–8 years of coastal, hydrodynamic or water resources experience is desired.