Stantec’s Environmental Services sector is seeking a highly motivated Coastal Engineering Specialist to join our rapidly growing team and deliver projects in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Preferred locations are San Diego, CA, Irvine, CA, Walnut Creek, CA, Seattle, WA. Other office locations as well as flexible office schedules will be considered for the right candidate. The ideal candidate will have 0-5 years of experience in coastal engineering, port and marine engineering/construction, marine science, or oceanography. Stantec is a leader in the coastal engineering industry with a deep bench of expertise and our dynamic Coastal Engineering Team leads and supports a wide variety of coastal work across the US. It is an exciting time to join us as we serve our client’s needs and create more opportunities for our staff’s growth and development. Team members are expected to be able to contribute in several areas of coastal engineering and provide support in the following areas:
Coastal Hydrodynamics and Morphology
Design and Analysis of Coastal Structures, Dredging, and Beach Nourishment Projects
Coastal Management, Environmental Restoration, and Shoreline Enhancement
Field Measurements, Instrumentation, Remote-Sensing
Your Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
As a Coastal Engineering Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering successful coastal projects and working as part of an integrated team to develop cost effective, practical coastal engineering designs and construction solutions for our clients. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Communicate and apply with a high level of understanding the principles and practices of coastal engineering, coastal hydrodynamics, coastal hazard analysis, wave theory, and sediment transport mechanics.
Complete engineering calculations and modeling for the design or analysis of projects located in coastal environments and ecosystem restoration projects.
Provide engineering leadership at a project level task and working with other engineering staff to complete projects.
Complete tasks assigned by a Senior Coastal Engineer and works with junior engineers to complete engineering studies and design projects.
Plan, schedule, conduct or coordinate detailed phases of the coastal engineering work in marine related projects.
Remain current on regulatory policy and rule changes relevant to your role(s).
Maintain consistently high standards of delivery, quality, flexibility, and innovation.
Perform coastal engineering analyses and designs through the application of coastal theory.
Organize and interpret engineering data to prepare clear and concise design drawings, engineering reports and technical documentation.
Field work responsibilities may include performing project construction observation, interpret contract documents, enforce contract specifications, and review submittals for accuracy, completeness and design consistency.
Communicate with co-workers, clients and the public in a professional manner including in a meeting or presentation.
Prioritize and accomplish multiple assignments efficiently and effectively with limited supervision.
Demonstrated ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet shifting needs.
Ensure conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
Other work activities may include assisting in proposal efforts, preparation of labor/material estimates, design packages and deliverables, documenting technical data for management review and performing other duties as assigned. Your Capabilities and Credentials
Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Coastal Engineering, Marine Science, or a related field with 0-5 years of experience in one of the areas of expertise listed above; Master of Science Degree preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency presentations and written technical report preparation, as well as effective skills working in diverse team environments with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
Fieldwork, such as reconnaissance, measurements, construction inspection, or instrument handling and deployment.
Completing design calculations for the coastal engineering practice: including marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, beach nourishment, dredge/fill, and sediment disposal site designs.
Coastal engineering analysis in support of coastal flood hazard studies under a predefined framework, specifically wave runup/overtopping analysis, and wave overland propagation analysis.
Preparation of design plans and specifications for bidding and construction purposes.
Construction oversight and administration duties including shop drawing approval, review of contractor surveys/progress reports, and execution of final certification(s) upon project completion.
Application of numerical modeling tools for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, such as: XBEACH, WHAFIS, ADCIRC, Delft3D, SWAN, Mike.
Computer programming (matlab, python or similar) and navigating Linux environment.
Drafting and/or geospatial design (GIS and AutoCAD).
Skill in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Project).
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Additional Information Salary Range(s): Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in WA and DC Min Pay Range: $88,600 Max Pay Range: $128,500 Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) Min Pay Range: SF Area $94,600/CA Other Areas $82,600 Max Pay Range: SF Area $137,200/CA Other Areas $119,800 Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.