Staff Engineer 2 - Waterfront & Coastal

About the role

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Staff Engineer 2, you will join our Land Use Waterfront team in any of our offices, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and analysis of coastal and waterfront structures including piers, docks, bulkheads, retaining walls, seawalls, fendering systems, and pile foundations
• Support the development of construction drawings, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates under the guidance of senior staff
• Perform structural calculations and modeling using applicable codes and software tools for marine and waterfront applications
• Conduct field investigations to assess site conditions and support construction-phase services such as inspections and submittal reviews
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, geotechnical, environmental, and permitting specialists to deliver integrated project solutions
• Prepare figures, technical exhibits, and written documentation to support client meetings, regulatory filings, and design submittals
• Contribute to the development of resilient design strategies for coastal protection and adaptation to sea level rise
• Participate in internal QA/QC reviews and apply feedback to improve design quality and efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 3 - 5 years of experience in structural or coastal engineering, with a focus on waterfront or marine projects preferred
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification strongly preferred; PE license progression encouraged
• Familiarity with structural design codes (ASD/LRFD, ACI, AISC, etc.) and marine design guidelines (e.g., USACE, NAVFAC)
• Experience with structural analysis tools such as RISA, STAAD, LPILE, or similar software
• Strong AutoCAD skills; experience with Revit or other BIM tools is a plus
• Excellent technical writing, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines, manage priorities, and adapt to shifting project needs
• Willingness to travel for occasional site visits, inspections, and project meetings

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with waterfront permitting processes and coordination with regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of hydrodynamic and coastal processes or exposure to coastal resilience planning
• Field experience with marine construction, inspections, or materials testing
• Familiarity with construction documentation and public bidding processes
• Active involvement in professional organizations such as ASCE’s Coasts, Oceans, Ports, and Rivers Institute (COPRI) or PIANC

Total Rewards

• Your Financial And Wellness Benefits
• Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance