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Waterfront Engineer

Role Summary:

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This individual provides technical expertise in the field of waterfront engineering to support various projects, including, but not limited to, field inspection, analysis, design and preparation of plans and technical specifications for waterfront structures and shoreline improvements.

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Reports To:                         

  • Project Managers/Partners

 

Key responsibilities include, but not necessarily limited to:

  • Performs tasks on projects requiring a broad and/or deep knowledge in the field of waterfront engineering;

  • Implements design best practices in areas of expertise, in addition, ensures conformance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements;

  • Performs and reviews analysis and design calculations, prepares plans, specifications and cost estimates;

  • Prepares construction documents including drawings and technical specifications;

  • Performs/oversees construction administration activities;

  • Work independently under Project Manager’s guidance and within RACE’s standard practices;

  • Communicate directly with clients, contractors, regulatory agents and other project stakeholders;

  • Determine and delegate to appropriate technical staff;

  • Provide mentoring and guidance to junior engineers; and

  • Perform other duties as required.

 

Qualifications & Skills Required:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical and/or Coastal Engineering.

  • Professional Engineer Registration or ability to obtain;

  • 5-10 years related project-based engineering experience with an emphasis on waterfront and coastal design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation;

  • AutoCAD experience;

  • Proficient in engineering modeling software relative to area of expertise;

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

  • Self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;

  • Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills;

  • Ability to work part of a team and independently; and

  • Interest and comfort level with being around, in and on the water.

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RACE offers excellent compensation and benefits, including health and dental insurance, paid holiday/vacation/sick time, and a retirement savings plan.

 

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

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RACE Coastal Engineering is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical and learning disability, mental disorder, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, ancestry, genetic information, veteran status, religion or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Learn more about RACE today.

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Maine

Vermont

Massachusetts

Rhode Island

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New Jersey

Pennsylvania

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District of Columbia

Maryland

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Georgia

Florida

Providing modern coastal, shoreline and marine engineering
for 26 years.

 

RACE Coastal Engineering expertise embraces modern coastal engineering practices that are supported by a broad range of engineering disciplines including geotechnical and structural engineering as well as regulatory expertise. Our professional services include: coastal engineering, shoreline restoration and protection, inspections and rehabilitation of existing structures, design and planning of new marine structures, environmental permitting, hydrographic surveys, dredging planning and design, and marine construction administration.

ADDRESS

RACE Coastal Engineering

611 Access Road

Stratford, CT 06615

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142 Ferry Road

Old Saybrook, CT 06475

​PHONE

203-377-0663

FAX

203-375-6561

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