Coastal Engineer – Entry to Junior Level

Moffatt & Nichol

. Support planning and design for waterfront and coastal structures, including marinas, marine terminals, living shorelines, coastal restoration, dredging, coastal hazard assessments, shore protection structures, and beach nourishment .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeOakland • California • United StatesJunior💰 $42 - $48 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coastal engineering design, including marinas, marine terminals, and coastal restoration, while proficiently utilizing tools such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Capable of conducting feasibility investigations and environmental impact studies with sound technical judgment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Coastal EngineeringEIT LicensureCoastal Engineering DesignProficient In AutoCADHydrodynamic Modeling Exposure

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Hard Skills

Coastal Data CollectionGeotechnical InvestigationsSediment Transport ModelingWave Overtopping CalculationsPermit Application Documentation

Soft Skills

Technical JudgmentIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Civil 3DMicroStationGISMIKE21Delft3DSWAN

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT Licensure

Industry Keywords

Coastal StructuresMarine TerminalsLiving ShorelinesCoastal RestorationDredgingCoastal Hazard AssessmentsShore Protection StructuresBeach Nourishment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support planning and design for waterfront and coastal structures, including marinas, marine terminals, living shorelines, coastal restoration, dredging, coastal hazard assessments, shore protection structures, and beach nourishment
Prepare or contribute to feasibility investigations, environmental impact studies, and coastal hazard assessments
Collect and/or analyze coastal data, survey data, geotechnical investigations, engineering drawings, and aerial photography
Perform calculations or modeling of coastal processes and sediment transport, including wave overtopping and armor stability
Assist with engineering planning, design, and technical reports
Prepare permit application documentation
Assist with fieldwork and instrument handling and deployment
Participate in project meetings and workshops
Attend conferences or seminars for professional development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Coastal, Water Resources, or Civil Engineering required, or Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and typically 2–4 years of experience
EIT licensure within 6 months of hire
Working knowledge of coastal engineering design, including marinas, marine terminals, living shorelines, coastal restoration, dredging, coastal protection, and beach nourishment
Proficient in AutoCAD
Growing proficiency in Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or GIS (QGIS or ArcGIS)
Exposure to hydrodynamic modeling using MIKE21 or Delft3D
Exposure to wave modeling using MIKE21 or SWAN
Ability to perform calculations or modeling of coastal processes and sediment transport, including wave overtopping and armor stability
Understanding of coastal data collection, geotechnical investigations, and permit application documentation
Sound technical and engineering judgment in coastal engineering
Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks
Must successfully complete and pass a pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
Legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and ability to present required documentation at hire
Ability to navigate unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment during some site visits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package with low employee contributions
Family coverage
Low-deductible plan available
Generous HSA match
Wellness Program with financial incentives
Monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists
Access to a Healthwise Pharmacist
Mindfulness apps including Calm and BetterHelp
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs
Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level)
7 paid holidays
Floating holiday
401(k) match
Fully company-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Training opportunities
Leadership Development Program
Formal Mentoring program
Active Young Professionals group
Pet Insurance