Waterfront Structural Engineer - Mid to Senior Level

Moffatt & Nichol; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Marine/Waterfront Structural Engineer to join their new office in Jacksonville, FL. This role offers the chance to work on significant waterfront infrastructure projects, from design to implementation. The ideal candidate will have 8 to 15 years of experience in structural design, particularly in marine environments, and will be responsible for leading project management efforts, coordinating with various teams, and engaging directly with clients. This position not only promises a dynamic work environment but also the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development strategies. If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in a thriving firm, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in structural design, especially in marine environments.
• Professional Engineer licensure in Florida or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement all phases of design for marine infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with design staff to meet project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Structural Design

Client Interaction

Technical Specifications

Site Visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field.Be the first Marine/Waterfront Structural Engineer at our NEW OFFICE located in Jacksonville, FL. We have an existing backlog of significant, high-profile projects in the local area and beyond! As the successful new hire, you will have an extensive Marine/Waterfront Structural background providing engineering, planning, design, and analysis activities for major waterfront, port and maritime infrastructure projects.

You will be responsible for managing and implementing all phases of design for a broad range of marine infrastructure projects, including piers and repairs for the US Navy, large marine terminals, marinas, vessel mooring and berthing structures, bulkheads, breakwaters, shore protection, and storm/flood resiliency structures and more. You will have 8 to 15 years of experience working from conceptual development through the details of the design process. This position will serve as a senior engineer who will actively participate in structural design, perform design quality control, resolve technical matters, and engage with our clients to develop optimized design solutions.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Project management
• Coordinate with structural design staff along with other firm-wide disciplines to meet project schedules and budgets
• Production of schematic and detailed designs and evaluation of planning and concept alternatives
• Development of contract documents, including construction drawings and technical specifications
• Preparation of design reports
• Preparation of proposals and direct interface with clients and agencies
• Perform periodic site visits and attend client meetings
• Work independently and collaboratively with local and firmwide team members
• Mentoring of junior staff
• Participating in office business development strategy and implementation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required; Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred
• 8 to 15 years of structural design experience including waterfront infrastructure and marine environments
• Professional Engineer licensure in Florida is required or the ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months of hire
• Project management experience
• Proficient in the use of structural analysis software, such as SAP2000
• Experience effectively interacting with staff, vendors, clients and agencies
• Experience with DoD or NAVFAC design and construction projects is desired
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Eligibility to successfully pass background check to secure Department of Defense DBIDS card and other badges required by clients
• Due to client parameters, selected candidate must show (post offer) proof of U.S. citizenship and clear results of a thorough background check that may include but is not limited to credit and criminal history
• Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers (ACOPNE) certification in the Port Engineering category preferred
• 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

Physical requirements:

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.