Civil/Coastal Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Shape the future of our coasts with Woods Hole Group. As a trusted leader in coastal engineering, science and planning, Woods Hole Group partners with clients to address some of the most complex challenges facing coastal communities today, from shoreline erosion and storm risk to habitat restoration and climate resilience. Our multidisciplinary teams combine cutting-edge science, advanced modeling, and practical engineering expertise to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that protect critical infrastructure, enhance natural systems, and strengthen community resilience. If you are passionate about applying your technical skills to meaningful projects that make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us in advancing the future of coastal resilience.

Position Summary:

The Woods Hole Group is seeking a Civil Engineer to lead our survey and drafting efforts on our Coastal Engineering Team in our Bourne, Massachusetts office. Our team has a diverse portfolio of complex and innovative coastal and marine projects, and this position will directly support the design and implementation of those projects. While the primary role for the Civil Engineer will be to lead survey, design, and drafting, our teams are highly collaborative and our engineers often contribute to field data collection, modeling, planning, permitting, and construction. Typical projects include coastal resilience, coastal structures, nature-based solutions, flood risk mapping, sediment management/dredging, habitat restoration, tidal crossings/hydraulics, and coastal resilience planning. The candidate must have the ability to work in a team setting and be open to learning on the job.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development of engineering design drawings and specifications using drafting software (AutoCAD Civil3D) for coastal engineering structures, nature-based solutions (bioengineered solutions, cobble berms, plantings, etc.), beach nourishment and dredging, tidal crossings/hydraulic structures, and habitat restoration.
• Surveying with RTK GPS and Total Stations. Support other oceanographic, wetland and environmental field efforts as needed.
• Perform computations, analyses, and draft drawings for design of coastal engineering structures, nature-based solutions, beach nourishment, dredging, tidal crossings/hydraulic structures, and habitat restoration.
• Coastal and flood hazard mapping studies (FEMA, MC-FRM, etc.)
• Project implementation including permit filings, construction documentation, management and oversight
• Technical writing and development of presentation materials including figures, tables, and deliverables.
• Work successfully with other motivated team members to achieve project goals

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean, Waterfront, Structural, and/or Environmental Engineering or closely related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience (less with advanced degree).
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil3D or equivalent platforms. Experience with ArcGIS a plus.
• Proficiency with business software including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent English oral communication, technical writing, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are required.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain one within 2 years.
• Must be willing to report to the office in Bourne, MA and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to legally work in the US (US Citizen or Work Visa).

Capabilities in modeling, coastal processes data analysis, and courses in quantitative coastal processes are desirable.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to access and navigate project sites with varying terrain and carrying survey instrumentation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Woods Hole Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Individuals who succeed at Woods Hole Group are pleasant, hard-working self-starters who share our passion for innovation and commitment to high quality work. 

• The position is a full-time, salaried position, commensurate with experience.
• This position will be filled at our Bourne, MA, Corporate Headquarters. (Monday- Friday) Hybrid Schedule available with successful completion of probationary period.
• Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the Employer.
• Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverages with 80% employer contribution
  • 401 (k) with up to 6% employer match
  • STD, LTD, Life Insurance employer provided
  • HSA, LPFSA, FSA, DCA
  • Generous time off polices
  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules available