Structural Engineer – Hydraulic & Marine Structures

Structural Engineer - Hydraulic & Marine Structures

Geosyntec is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our Structural Team and support the design of hydraulic and marine structures. You will apply your knowledge in the design and evaluation of hydraulic control structures and nearshore marine structures. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders and become a key member of our growing structural practice.

Responsibilities

• Analysis, design, and detailing of structural steel and reinforced structures.
• Modeling, analysis, design, and detailing of conventional and unconventional structures subjected to hydraulic, geotechnical, coastal, and marine loading conditions.
• Structural design and detailing of work platforms, bulkheads, retaining structures, piers, wharves, dolphins, navigation structures, and hydraulic control structures.
• Foundation designs may include deep and shallow foundations, pile-supported systems, pile caps, mats, footings, etc.
• Structural value engineering, design review, constructability review, and risk assessment for water resources, flood protection, and waterfront infrastructure projects.
• Preparing technical documents including engineering reports, calculation packages, technical memoranda, and construction specifications.
• Contributing to the development of project proposals, scopes of work, and budgets.
• Conducting condition assessments, precondition surveys, field investigations, and construction inspections of dams, levees, floodwalls, and marine structures.
• Coordinating with CAD Designers on the development of Contract Plans and construction documents.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural engineering focus. (required)
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (Structural). (preferred)
• Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). (preferred)

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• At least 5 years (7+ preferred) directly relevant experience in a design environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience in the design and detailing of steel connections and reinforced concrete. (required)
• Experience in repair/retrofit design of concrete hydraulic structures. (preferred)
• Experience in the design and evaluation of commercial waterfront structures. (preferred)
• Experience in the inspection and condition evaluation of structures. (preferred)
• The ability to sit for the NCEES 16-Hour Structural Engineering exam within two years of hire. (preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant structural engineering design and detailing software (RISA, ETABS, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, GSA, etc.). (required)
• Knowledge of design collaboration software (Bluebeam Studio), and operation of CAD/VDC/BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.). (preferred)
• Knowledge of general numerical modeling tools. (preferred)
• Experience working within the construction sector or performing design work for contractors/construction managers. (preferred)
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, and meeting strict deadlines. (required)
• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Key skills/competency

• Structural Engineering
• Hydraulic Structures
• Marine Structures
• Civil Engineering
• Steel Design
• Concrete Design
• RISA
• ETABS
• Project Proposals
• Field Investigations