Structural Engineer - Offshore Wind - Junior Level

$68,640 - $97,760/Yr

Unclassified - Walnut Creek, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Walnut Creek, CA

About the position

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. Within the larger ports practice, Moffatt & Nichol has a division dedicated to the planning, logistical modeling, and detailed design of ports to support the worldwide offshore wind (OSW) industry. We are seeking an offshore wind port planner/engineer to support our OSW ports practice. As the successful new hire, you may be seated in our Oakland (1st preference) or Costa Mesa (2nd preference), CA. Alternative acceptable locations for this position are: Walnut Creek or Long Beach, CA or Seattle, WA. 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 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering s Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023. Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists 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

• Perform site selection studies and feasibility studies for proposed OSW ports
• Analyze existing port infrastructure and proposed sites to determine suitability for use in OSW industry
• Work with OSW port logistics modeling team to create and analyze OSW port models
• Work with OSW ports team to analyze OSW project operational requirements and create supporting port layouts and concept designs
• Keep current with OSW industry trends, US and international work pipeline
• Coordinate with structural, civil, electrical and mechanical design teams as required
• Perform periodic site visits and field investigations at proposed and existing OSW port locations
• Attend client meetings as required
• Produce and present effective presentations and reports for OSW port clients

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is a must
• A master's degree in engineering with focus in: Civil, Structural, Coastal, Marine or Offshore Wind is preferred
• 1 to 3 years of experience
• Engineer in Training certificate or the willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Good working knowledge of the OSW industry is a plus
• Strong communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills with the ability to deliver effective presentations and work with a team approach
• Ability and willingness to interact with clients and attend client meetings
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with BOEM (US) leasing process
• Experience with US State OSW power solicitation process
• Experience with European OSW leasing and solicitation process
• Experience with South American OSW leasing and solicitation process
• Knowledge of OSW wind turbine generation sizing and geometry
• Understanding of process flow of WTG components through OSW port
• Familiarity with OSW vessel characteristics and specifications
• Knowledge of OSW port criteria to support both fixed bottom and floating offshore wind projects

Benefits

• Base salary range of $33.00 to $47.00 per hour based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description