Moffatt & Nichol - Seattle, WA
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About the position
Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Civil Engineering Intern interested in a Rotational Program to join our Seattle office. Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023. Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.
Responsibilities
- Will rotate in various civil engineering duties including civil waterfront and ports, coastal, and structures.
- Participate in the design and preparation of documents for civil site development and Port improvements.
- Assist and support designs and construction projects by studying project concept, architectural drawings, and models.
- Assist the preparation of engineering designs by collecting and studying reports, maps, drawings, aerial photographs, and tests on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and related topographical and geologic data.
- Create feasibility study by analyzing engineering design, conducting environmental impact studies, and assembling data.
- Analyze the coastal environment and forcings for coastal project sites, including potential impacts of climate change and sea level rise.
- Contribute to the design for various coastal projects and project elements including shore stabilization, dredging plans, shoreline restoration, marina design, breakwaters, jetties, and navigation channels.
- Apply coastal models to study waves, currents, and sediment transport.
- Assist with coastal engineering design, including living shorelines, shoreline stabilization, flood resiliency projects.
- Perform analysis and design of waterfront structures, inspection of waterfront structures and other maritime project tasks.
- Design of timber, steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, aluminum, and composite materials.
- Perform design calculations and prepare design drafts.
- Calculate quantities of elements for construction of projects and prepare cost estimates.
- Visit project sites if required.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
- Must be at least a Junior in their Bachelor's program.
- Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Experience preparing drawings/detailing plans using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
- EIT certification preferred.
- At least one previous related internship preferred but not required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with coastal engineering design.
- Familiarity with environmental impact studies.
Benefits
- Base salary range: $25.00 to $31.00 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.
