Junior Coastal Engineer

at  Baird Associates

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

W.F. Baird & Associates Coastal Engineers Ltd. (Baird) provides professional engineering and technical services related to the design of coastal structures and facilities that interact with the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers. Baird is recognized for the successful completion of innovative and practical projects throughout North and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
We provide a stimulating work environment, with opportunities for domestic and international travel, professional development, and ownership potential within the company. Baird is a 120-person engineering firm specializing in coastal, marine, and riverine engineering with offices in the U.S., Canada, Barbados, Chile, Jamaica, Australia & U.K. We are one of the only firms in the world dedicated exclusively to marine and coastal projects, and we encourage you to visit our website (www.baird.com) to gain additional insight into our company, capabilities, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Perform a variety of assignments that require the application of moderate-to-advanced design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria with limited guidance from senior engineers.
• Support planning, research, design, engineering, and preparation of plans and specifications.
• Assist with the collection and analysis of data.
• Development of project manuals including plans and specifications.
• Assists in project management including client interaction, project budget and schedule control, and coordination of quality control procedures.
• Support the administration and on-site observation of marine construction projects.
• Participate in proposal preparation and interviews, attract new clients, and retain clients as necessary.
• Work across our different offices and time zones.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or a closely related engineering category from an accredited University or College (M.S. preferred).
• Professional Credentials: the ability to obtain a professional EIT within 6 months.
• 0-2 years of coastal or marine engineering experience, in a consulting or contractor role.
• Demonstrated experience in project design or construction experience involving coastal and marine structures, ecosystem restoration or navigation & dredging.
• Flexible work style, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, meet challenging deadlines and client needs.

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of codes and standards relative to coastal engineering.
• Ability to clearly document the basis of design including the documentation of design codes and standards, data analysis, assumptions, calculations, and conclusions.
• Construction experience related to waterfront and coastal projects.
• Some domestic and international travel will be required to undertake the job duties described above. Travel may be planned or on an immediate basis and the candidate will need to be flexible in meeting project deadlines.

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