Coastal EngineerHalff is seeking a Coastal Engineer for our Houston, TX office. This position is suited for an experienced coastal engineer with 8+ years of professional experience and a demonstrated record of success in H&H and coastal engineering design and modeling. Candidates should bring hands-on expertise in hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and coastal processes, along with the ability to work independently on complex technical problems while mentoring junior engineers. This role also carries project management responsibilities, including leading multidisciplinary teams, managing scope and schedule, and serving as a technical point of contact for clients on coastal engineering projects along the Texas Gulf Coast and beyond.
What you will do:- Leads H&H and coastal design and modeling efforts, including waves, currents, sediment transport, and coastal flooding for shoreline protection, beach and dune restoration, and coastal structure projects.
- Apply advanced knowledge of coastal processes, coastal structures, hydrology and hydraulics (H&H), and USACE planning and design criteria to develop sound, defensible engineering solutions.
- Mentor, train, and supervise junior and mid-level engineers, reviewing their technical work and supporting their professional development.
- Coordinates the work of multiple engineers and disciplines to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Manages project scope, schedule, and budget; serves as project manager or technical lead on coastal engineering projects.
- Serves as a client-facing technical resource, participating in client meetings, agency coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepares and reviews technical reports, engineering calculations, design drawings, and specifications, ensuring quality and consistency with applicable codes and standards.
- Identifies and resolves technical discrepancies, proposing innovative approaches to complex or first-of-a-kind design challenges.
- Supports business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client relationship building.
- Performs work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules, exercising independent professional judgment.
What you will need:- Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean, or related Engineering discipline.
- 8+ years of related coastal engineering experience, with a proven track record of successful coastal design and modeling work.
- Active Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience preparing technical reports and presenting to clients and agencies.
- Demonstrated experience independently leading technical analyses and design on coastal engineering projects.
- Experience mentoring, supervising, or managing junior engineers and project teams.
- Able and willing to travel occasionally (typically one to three days) for project or client needs.
- Valid U.S. Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:- M.S. or Ph.D. in Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Strong working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, the USACE Coastal Engineering Manual (CEM), PIANC guidelines, and other coastal planning, design, and analysis tools.
- Proficiency in coastal, hydrodynamic, wave, and sediment transport modeling software, such as ADCIRC, HEC-RAS 2D, Delft3D, SWAN, CSHORE, SBEACH, or similar numerical modeling platforms.
- Experience with data analysis, model automation, and programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, VBA, or similar).
- Demonstrated project management experience, including scope, schedule, and budget management.
- Experience delivering coastal engineering projects for Federal, State, and local government agencies, including familiarity with agency coordination, permitting, grant-funded projects, and public infrastructure programs.
The Halff Coastal Engineering Advantage- Expertise Across Disciplines: A team with expertise in coastal engineering and resilience, environmental management, and urban planning delivers comprehensive, integrated solutions across all project phases.
- Proven Sustainability and Innovation: Every project is driven by a commitment to ecological preservation and innovative, forward-looking designs that adapt to evolving environmental challenges.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders create shared goals and successful outcomes built through open communication and collaboration.
- Technological Leadership: Advanced tools, from machine learning to predictive modeling, enhance decision-making and deliver precision at every stage of a project.
Learn more about Halff's Coastal Engineering services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team
Halff Coastal Engineering Services - Coastal engineering design and adaptation
- Coastal planning, study and assessment
- Coastal processes and modeling
- Dredging and beneficial use of dredged material
- Grant funding strategies
- Hydraulics, sediment transport and geomorphology
- Inlet and beach management plan
- Nature-based solutions
- Ports, harbors, and waterways
- Wetlands, beach and dune restoration
We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
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