Senior Engineer - Waterfront/Structural (50635)

Collins Engineers; Portsmouth, East Greenwich (NH, RI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Job summary

Collins Engineers is looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to manage projects involving waterfront and structural design. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in evaluating and designing waterfront infrastructure such as ports and marinas.

The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, P.E. certification, and extensive project engineering experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to lead technical teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in project engineering.
• Experience with evaluation and structural design of waterfront structures.
• Maintain competency in engineering field of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Act independently on technical matters in area of expertise.
• Provide technical expertise to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Plan and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Supervise staff necessary to complete engineering assignments.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Technical leadership

Knowledge of engineering standards

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East Greenwich, RI 02818

Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00

Job Category: Engineering

Collins Engineers is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm offering opportunities for experienced Senior Engineers in Waterfront/Structural.

The ideal candidate is a technically accomplished engineer with experience in evaluating and designing waterfront infrastructure for ports, marinas, and coastal facilities.

They bring deep expertise in applying engineering standards to complex waterfront projects and serve as a trusted technical resource.

With strong analytical skills and a commitment to quality, technical excellence, and innovation, they lead teams in developing resilient design solutions in challenging marine environments.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Act independently on technical matters pertaining to their area of expertise.
• Provide technical engineering expertise to project managers, engineers, and/or clients to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
• Review, analyze, and resolve field and/or design issues.
• Provide expertise in complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Serve as the technical specialist on engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Take responsibility for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Assist in proposal preparation, project scoping, and estimating project costs.
• Assist in coordinating project schedules and timely completion of projects.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams and support staff.
• Supervise all staff necessary to complete assignments.
• Actively observe and act in an appropriate manner related to safety.
• Be available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Stay active in technical societies.
• Publish engineering papers and/or articles.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Relocation is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• 12 years or more progressive experience in project engineering.
• Experience with the evaluation and structural design of infrastructure including, but not limited to, waterfront structures, ports and/or marinas.
• Experience with public agency, federal agency, port authority, and municipal clients a plus.
• Maintain competency and serve as major firm resource in field of expertise.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.