Coastal Engineer - Waterfront/Climate Resilience - Mid Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Coastal Engineer with a focus on waterfront climate resilience to join our Northern California team in either our Walnut Creek or Oakland (preferred) office.

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. For the 5th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects 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.

Our San Francisco Bay Area team is well established in the climate resiliency market and is looking for a mid-level engineer to support our exciting and growing workload as they develop their career through client support, team management, and technical expansion.

Duties and responsibilities:

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

• Prepares coastal climate impact and risk assessments for coastal infrastructure and develops technical solutions to address those risks
• Prepare Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plans (RSAP) through analysis, coordination of figures, and writing
• Supports design of nature based solutions, such as living shorelines
• Participate in community presentations and technical team workshops
• Interact with regulatory agencies or support team leader that is managing the regulatory process
• Assists project manager, or acts as project manager, to prepare/review engineering scopes of work and budgets/estimates for proposals and track budget and schedule status throughout the course of each project
• Interface with clients as needed for successful project delivery. Address client requirements and manage client expectations regarding scope, schedule and quality on projects
• Communicate with staff and subconsultants to establish work priorities for projects
• Supports marketing through research of upcoming opportunities and preparing proposals.
• Tracking SB1 grant applications for various communities throughout the region
• Familiar with permitting requirements for San Francisco Bay and northern California regulatory agencies, and is able to provide engineering solutions that comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed actions

Other Duties:

Please note this job description 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 in Coastal, Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited university degree program; required
  • Master's in Coastal or Civil Engineering; preferred
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam or Engineer-in-Training Certification; required
  • California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain via reciprocity; preferred
• 5 - 10 years of experience in general coastal engineering, climate adaptation and resilience, or similar focus
• Experience working with basic coastal principles, such as tides, wave mechanics, sea level rise, wind assessment, and sediment transport
• Ability to plan, schedule work and complete work assignments within established budgets and timelines
• General awareness of the San Francisco Bay Area regulatory agencies that oversee waterfront projects
• Software capabilities:
  • ArcGIS (familiar)
  • Microsoft Word and Excel (proficient)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Availability and willingness to travel throughout the Bay Area and occasionally throughout Central California
• 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

 Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits:

At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:

• Low-cost Employee Healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans 
  • Family and dependent coverage available
  • Low-deductible plan available
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a Floating Holiday
• Competitive 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• Extensive Wellness Program (with financial incentives), including:
  • Monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like Calm and BetterHelp, and more
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• Options to further your education with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Extensive training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and much more
• Additional incentives such as a monthly Health Smart stipend, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits (per federal guidelines), etc.

Base salary range:

$125,000 to $165,000 annually based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California markets.

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

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. 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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