GEI Consultants

Waterfront Structural Engineer

GEI Consultants$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred)
  • 3-10+ years of experience in structural, civil, or coastal engineering
  • Strong design experience in concrete, steel, timber, and aluminum structures
  • Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and willingness to travel for site work
  • Comfort working outdoors in various weather conditions

Responsibilities

  • Design coastal and structural projects
  • Contribute to marine infrastructure projects like ports and piers
  • Support coastal resilience efforts including beach nourishment and seawall design
  • Assist in waterfront planning and adaptation for climate change
  • Conduct facility inspections and assessments with engineers and drone teams
  • Develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for diverse clients
  • Shape strategic direction in coastal engineering and climate adaptation

Benefits

  • Market-competitive compensation with annual performance bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Well-being program and paid parental leave
  • Hybrid work schedules and commuter benefits
  • Continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development focus and career advancement opportunities
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Profit sharing and 401(k) options
  • Vibrant culture focused on partnership and community engagement
Full Job Description
Description

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.
  • Shape GEI's strategic direction in coastal engineering and climate adaptation.

Minimum Qualifications
  • B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred).
  • 3-10+ 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).
  • Comfort working outdoors in various weather conditions.

What you can also bring (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Registered professional engineer in Maine, or ability to obtain within 6 months of joining GEI.
  • Scuba Diving Certified or interest in diving
  • Field experience with inspections (waterfront inspections - ASCE MOP 130)

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes
  • Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
  • Pay Range For This Position: $80,000.00-$100,00.00/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:

Sedentary

Light

x

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

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

Bending

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

Squat/kneel/crawl

10 min

Wrist position deviation

x

Pinching/fine motor skills

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

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 :

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

About GEI Consultants

GEI Consultants is a leading engineering and environmental consulting firm based in Woburn, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1970 and has since grown to become a trusted partner for clients across a wide range of industries. GEI Consultants offers a wide range of services, including civil engineering, environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and more. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions that help clients achieve their goals while minimizing their impact on the environment.
Learn more about GEI Consultants
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1970

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