Waterfront/Marine Project Engineer

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)/Roth with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Military leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Training programs

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Waterfront/Marine Project Engineer/Manager to join its collaborative team in New York City or Melville, Long Island.

The role involves providing waterfront/marine engineering expertise through analysis, design, and project management, supervising staff engineers, and interfacing with clients on both small- and large-scale private development and public infrastructure waterfront projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Structural, Geotechnical, or Coastal engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 6+ years waterfront/marine experience.
• Experience in preparing technical reports, specs, construction plans, and inspections.
• Experience in project management: proposals, coordinating projects, client management, billings, mentoring staff.
• Strong understanding of codes and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and software.
• Entrepreneurial and professional demeanor; strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop new business and other clients while maintaining workload.
• Ability to coach staff; collaborative with staff, clients, and agencies.
• Collaborative team player with interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review complex structural and geotechnical analyses.
• Lead design for bulkheads, seawalls, platforms, breakwaters, and other waterfront structures.
• Prepare and review permit applications (NYSDEC Tidal Wetlands, USACE 10/404, NYCSBS).
• Prepare technical documents, reports, and construction‑related correspondence.
• Supervise field investigations and waterfront construction activities.
• Manage multiple projects within budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Prepare proposals, draft change orders, review invoices and client billing.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Project management

Client interfacing

Mentoring staff

Proposal development

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural/Geotechnical/Coastal engineering

Professional Engineer licensure

Tools

Geotechnical software

Structural analysis software

Job description

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Waterfront/Marine Project Engineer/Manager to join its collaborative team in New York City or Melville, Long Island. The role involves providing waterfront/marine engineering expertise through analysis, design, and project management, supervising staff engineers, and interfacing with clients on both small- and large-scale private development and public infrastructure waterfront projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and review complex structural and geotechnical analyses.
• Lead design for bulkheads, seawalls, relieving platforms, pile‑supported platforms, breakwaters, revetments, stabilized embankments, mechanically stabilized earth, and other waterfront structures.
• Prepare and review permit applications for waterfront permits (e.g., NYSDEC Tidal Wetlands Permits, USACE Section 10/404 Permits, NYCSBS Waterfront Permits).
• Prepare technical documents, reports, construction documents, and construction‑related correspondence associated with the projects managed.
• Supervise field investigations and conventional earthwork and waterfront construction activities.
• Perform and manage multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• Prepare proposals, draft change orders, review invoices, project billings, and collect from clients.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Structural, Geotechnical, or Coastal engineering (preferred).
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• 6+ years of related waterfront/marine experience.
• Proven experience in preparing technical reports, specifications, construction plans, and waterfront facility inspections.
• Proven experience in project management, including writing proposals, running/coordinating projects, managing clients, managing billings, and reviewing and mentoring staff.
• Strong understanding of codes and other regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software.
• Must possess an entrepreneurial and professional demeanor, strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Must desire and have the ability to seek out new business opportunities and develop additional clients while maintaining project workload.
• Ability to coach and assist with staff management.
• Demonstrated ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and social skills.
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive compensation package, including company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement. Additional benefits include flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring programs.

Pay Range

$96,000—$140,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.