Structural Engineer - Waterfront - Junior Level

Moffatt & Nichol; California, Costa Mesa (MO, CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their dynamic team in California. This role focuses on the planning and design of waterfront structures, including marinas and ports. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and have a strong interest in structural analysis and design. You'll collaborate closely with a team of professionals, engaging in multi-discipline projects that shape our coastlines and harbors. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in the field, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of structural design experience preferred.
• EIT certification and Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of waterfront structures.
• Calculate construction quantity estimates and assist in cost estimating.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Design of Waterfront Structures

Problem-Solving

Field Investigation

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

SAP2000

STAAD

LPile

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol's Long Beach (preferred) or Costa Mesa, CA office is actively seeking a Structural Engineer with 1 to 4 years of design experience and interest in waterfront/marine focus to perform planning and design for waterfront structures projects, including large and small marinas, ports, terminals, vessel mooring and berthing structures, bulkheads, breakwater and shore protection structures. The ideal candidate will have or be interested in learning structural analysis and modeling experience.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. The firm is currently ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 for Transportation.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform analysis, design, inspection of waterfront structures, asset management, submarine systems, and other maritime projects
• Structural analysis and design with timber, steel, concrete and composite materials
• Prestressed concrete analysis and design
• Develop plans, specifications, and calculations as needed
• Help resolve design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project
• Calculate construction quantity estimates and assist in construction cost estimating
• Work closely with other architects, engineers, scientists, project managers, etc. on multi-discipline projects
• Prepare conceptual and feasibility study reports and memorandums
• Assist in public engagement meetings and preparation of presentation materials

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Structural focus and seismic instruction required. A Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred
• EIT certification required
• 1 to 4 years of structural design experience. Experience in waterfront/marine structural or bridge design strongly preferred
• Background on structural modeling with nonlinear elements and/or soil-structure interaction preferred
• Preferred experience using:
  • AutoCad
  • SAP2000
  • STAAD
  • LPile
  • MicroStation
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Base salary range:

$33 to $41 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (US). We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

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