Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Waterfront Structural Engineer - Ports/Maritime/Coastal

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.$100K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of structural engineering experience.
  • EIT certification required; PE licensure preferred.
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software (ETABS, RISA-3D, etc.).
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD; Revit or Civil 3D a plus.
  • Familiarity with structural design codes (ASCE 7, ACI 318, etc.).
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis and design calculations for marine structures.
  • Develop and maintain structural models under various loading conditions.
  • Produce construction drawings and specifications in AutoCAD/Revit.
  • Support permitting efforts with technical documentation and calculations.
  • Assist project managers with field observations and assessments.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for design integration.
  • Participate in client meetings and project presentations.

Benefits

  • Non-remote position offering direct engagement with projects.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Hands-on involvement in significant coastal and waterfront infrastructure projects.
Full Job Description
Overview

Kimley-Horn's Long Beach office is seeking a Waterfront Structural Engineer with 3+ years of experience to join their Structures team. This is not a remote position. 

Responsibilities
  • Perform structural analysis and design calculations for marine structures including pile-supported platforms, wharves, sheet pile walls, bulkheads, and floating dock systems under the direction of a licensed engineer.
  • Develop and maintain structural models, applying appropriate loading conditions including gravity, seismic, wave, and vessel impact loads.
  • Produce construction drawings, design details, and specifications in AutoCAD and/or Revit consistent with project requirements and applicable codes (ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC, AASHTO).
  • Support coastal and waterfront permitting efforts by preparing technical exhibits, calculations, and supporting documentation for regulatory submissions.
  • Assist project managers with data collection, field observation reports, condition assessments, and site investigation support at waterfront project sites.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams including coastal engineers, environmental scientists, and planners to ensure structural design integration.
  • Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and project presentations under the guidance of senior team members.
  • Maintain organized project files, track action items, and support project schedule adherence.
Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree in Structural Engineering strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of structural engineering experience in a professional consulting or design environment.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required with ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, RISA-3D, STAAD, SAP2000, or Abaqus.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD; experience with Revit or Civil 3D a plus.
  • Familiarity with structural design codes including ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC Steel Construction Manual, and AASHTO.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated attention to calculation accuracy and documentation quality.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering with coursework in structural dynamics, advanced structural analysis, finite element methods, or probabilistic methods.
  • Exposure to marine, waterfront, or coastal infrastructure projects — including wharves, piers, transit stations, or bridge structures — through internship, graduate research, or early career experience.
  • Familiarity with seismic design principles including Response Spectrum Analysis per ASCE 7.
  • Experience with MATLAB or Python for engineering calculations, data processing, or structural simulation workflows.
  • Knowledge of geotechnical fundamentals (soil mechanics, lateral earth pressure, pile behavior) as applicable to marine structural foundations.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical findings clearly through written reports and visual presentations.

Salary Range:$100,000 to $125,000

About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
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