Description Your role at GEI. We're looking for an experienced Waterfront / Structural Engineer to join one of our Boston Area offices (Wakefield MA, Franklin MA, Newport RI, and Bedford NH) - a thriving coastal setting that blends professional challenge with everyday balance.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties You'll contribute to a diverse range of projects, including:
- Marine infrastructure - ports, piers, marinas, ferry terminals, and waterfront facilities.
- Coastal resilience and stabilization - beach nourishment, dune restoration, living shorelines, seawalls, revetments, and bulkheads.
- Waterfront planning and adaptation - integrating climate change and sea level rise strategies into harbor improvement and community growth initiatives.
- Facility inspections and assessments - supporting in-house engineer-diver and drone teams to evaluate and rehabilitate critical structures.
You'll design projects in partnership with GEI's nationwide team of structural, coastal, and environmental experts.
Your Impact - Perform design for coastal and structural projects.
- Develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for clients ranging from municipalities to private waterfront owners.
- Participate in project management, business development, proposal preparation, and client engagement.
Minimum Qualifications - B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred).
- 3-8 years of experience in structural, civil, or coastal engineering.
- Strong design experience in concrete, steel, timber, and aluminum structures.
- Familiarity with permitting at local, state, and federal levels.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- A valid U.S. driver's license and willingness to travel for site work (some overnight trips).
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications - Passed the Fundaments of Engineering (FE) exam and desire to pursue licensing as a Professional Engineer.
- Scuba Diving Certified or interest in diving
- Field experience with inspections.
GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes - Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More...
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
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Sedentary
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting
6-8 hours
Standing
0-1 hour
Walking
0-1 hour
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
0-10 pounds
Carrying objects
0-1 hour
Push/pull
X
Twisting
0-1 hour
Bending
0-1 hour
Reaching forward
0-1 hour
Reaching overhead
0-1 hour
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
3-5 hours
Pinching/fine motor skills
1-2 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
6-8 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
0-1 hour
Talk or hear
6-8 hours
Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination
X
Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne communicable diseases
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme noise levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Other (exposure risks): Usual workday hours :
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8
10
12
Other work hours
