Freese & Nichols, Inc. is currently seeking to add a Coastal Engineer for its offices located in Texas or Louisiana. Preferred candidates should have knowledge related to coastal restoration, beach nourishment, shoreline protection, dredging, coastal structures, coastal hazard analyses, hydrodynamic modeling and coastal process analyses.  This role includes providing:Planning, engineering, design, and, E&D during construction -phase servicesTechnical resourcing of coastal and/or navigation project delivery teamsParticipation in coastal and/or navigation project delivery decisions regarding technical approaches, cost estimating, project scheduling, project resourcing, safety, and subcontractor coordination and management.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Master’s degree in Engineering preferred10+ years of experience including a minimum of 5-8 of experience in coastal protection/restoration and/or dredging projects.Shall be registered as a Professional Engineer in Texas, Louisiana and/or Florida, or able to obtain registration within six months.Project management skills preferred with experience in managing project delivery teams and coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies.Understanding of coastal/dredge engineering and science principlesKnowledge of wind-wave-water levels, coastal sediment processes, coastal morphology, storm-induced erosion analyses required; and, dredging and dredged material conveyance and management preferred.Able to prepare construction plans and specifications; and, utilize GIS and CAD.Must have experience with technical writing and professional writing, and the ability to conduct presentations at public and client meetings.

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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