Lead Coastal Engineer

The Foth Companies
United States, Rhode Island, Newport
Feb 19, 2025
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth. At Foth, we're not just engineers. We're a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers. We're currently on the lookout for a Lead Coastal Engineer who's not only passionate about coastal and waterfront engineering but also eager to lead, learn, and grow with us. Our preference is for this candidate to be located in Jacksonville, FL but we'd also consider Newport, RI; Marion, MA; or remote for the right candidate! Primary Responsibilities Lead with Expertise: Take the helm as the technical lead on diverse coastal and waterfront projects, guiding design and execution with your knowledge and creativity Analyze and Design: Use your skills to perform intricate calculations and numerical and structural analyses, crafting and reviewing design drawings for a variety of beach nourishment and shoreline stabilization projects Drive Projects to Success: Collaborate with Project Managers to oversee project lifecycles, ensuring budgets, schedules, and quality standards are met Craft and Contribute: Develop comprehensive analytical and construction documents and contribute to Foth's growing technical library in coastal engineering Engage and Expand: Play a pivotal role in client relations and business development, from crafting compelling proposals to nurturing lasting relationships. Communicate complex topics to non-technical stakeholders effectively Innovate and Implement: Stay ahead of the curve by identifying and implementing cutting-edge design and engineering technologies that set new industry standards Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree 7+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility analysis, design, and/or construction management Professional Engineer license (or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire) Preferred Qualifications A Master's Degree in Coastal Engineering 10+ years of experience, particularly in a coastal engineering consultancy Previous experience integrating engineering with environmental sciences on coastal projects Previous experience developing construction documents, including plans and specifications Experience with construction projects in at least one of the following areas: beach nourishment, coastal structures implementation, sediment dredging and disposal Prior experience with the set up and execution of numerical models Experience leading inlet/offshore geological investigations and designing sand borrow areas for beach renourishment Demonstration of successful project permit acquisition Previous experience with the regulatory process and permit compliance Why Foth: Established Reputation : With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned. Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate. Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.