Structural Engineer - Marine Structures

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a talented structural engineer for its Marine and Waterfront Structures practice. You will design, analyze, inspect, and rehabilitate port and marine infrastructure along the East Coast, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects.

Requirements include a PE license, ABET-accredited civil/structural degree, and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience, preferably in marine/ waterfront projects.
• Experience with design, inspection, rehabilitation, or construction support of marine infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and evaluations for new construction, rehabilitation, and repair of marine structures.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, geotechnical, coastal, environmental, construction).
• Support project managers with schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Ensure designs comply with codes and client standards, including USACE and NAVFAC.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited B.Sc. Civil/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

RAM Elements

RISA 3D

STAAD

SAP2000

LPILE

DeepEX

Optimoor

Job description

Position Summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT has an immediate opening for a talented structural engineer to join our Marine and Waterfront Structures practice. The engineer will be involved in the design, analysis, inspection, rehabilitation, and construction support of a wide variety of port, waterfront, and marine infrastructure projects including piers, wharves, bulkheads, marine terminals, waterfront facilities, and related structures.

The position will involve structural engineering efforts from project planning and preliminary design through final design and construction administration. A sound technical background is required. The qualified candidate should possess a high energy level and be a self-motivated engineer who can work within a strong team environment, serving clients on projects throughout the East Coast.

Compensation for this position is $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work within multidisciplinary project teams and perform structural engineering efforts to support the delivery of marine and waterfront infrastructure projects.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and engineering evaluations for new construction, rehabilitation, and repair of marine structures.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, construction documents, plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Assist with the design of port-related infrastructure including piers, wharves, bulkheads, mooring structures, fender systems, foundations, and marine terminals.
• Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, coastal, environmental, and construction disciplines to support project development and delivery.
• Participate in site visits, condition assessments, inspections, and construction observations at active port and waterfront facilities.
• Support project managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, client standards, and maritime industry requirements, including USACE, NAVFAC, and other applicable standards.
• Assist with proposal preparation, technical approaches, and business development activities.
• Coordinate with internal and external project team members to ensure project completion by established deadlines and quality standards.
• Stay current with industry trends, design methodologies, and emerging technologies related to marine and waterfront infrastructure.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong technical problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working on port, marine, or waterfront structure projects.
• Experience with the design, inspection, rehabilitation, or construction support of marine infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of applicable structural design codes and standards.
• Experience developing engineering calculations, technical reports, and construction documents.

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree in Structural, Civil, or Coastal Engineering.
• Experience with USACE, Navy, Port Authority, or Port Administration projects.
• Familiarity with various project delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMAR, and P3.
• Experience performing condition assessments and rehabilitation design for existing marine structures.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as RAM Elements, RISA 3D, STAAD, SAP2000, LPILE, DeepEX, Optimoor, or similar programs.
• Experience with resilience, sustainability, and asset management principles for waterfront infrastructure.
• Experience supporting construction activities and field investigations.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment the majority of the time. Field work is required on occasion at active ports, marine terminals, and waterfront facilities where work may be conducted outdoors in varying weather conditions, including exposure to saltwater and marine environments. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.