Coastal Engineer/Coastal Modeler at Stantec in New York, NY
Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Your Opportunity Stantec Consulting Services Inc. seeks a driven mid-level Coastal Engineer/Coastal Modeler to join a talented and rapidly growing Coastal Solutions practice. The candidate will have a background in coastal processes, coastal engineering, or oceanography with proven experience and understanding of hydrodynamic and wave modeling; with a minimum of 4 years of professional coastal experience or 1 year of professional coastal experience with a PhD. Preferred locations are 1) Maryland, 2) New York, 3) Texas 4) South Carolina, 5) Florida. Other office locations as well as flexible office schedules will be considered for the right candidate. The Coastal Solutions group leads and supports a wide variety of coastal work across the globe. Team members are expected to be able to contribute to several areas of coastal engineering, and be an expert or developing expert in at least one of the following areas:
Natural Hazards and Coastal Risk Analysis Coastal Hydrodynamics and Morphology Modeling Coastal Management, Environmental Restoration, and Enhancement Modeling Solutions for Engineering Problems in the Coastal Environment Your Key Responsibilities Complete complex engineering calculations and modeling for the design or analysis of projects located in coastal environments. Performs statistic and probabilistic risk analysis associated with coastal hazards. Conducts numerical modeling for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing using ADCIRC, Delft3D, Delft3D-FM, SWAN, FUNWAVE, STWAVE, MIKE 21, CORMIX, and/or FLOW3D etc. Prepares or oversees the preparation of final plans and reports and submits them for approval. Coordinates work with other coastal engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff. Supports preparation of proposals and marketing efforts. Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials Master degree in Coastal Processes/Engineer or Oceanography with 4 years of experience with Demonstrated understanding of risk-based statistics and probability distributions. Demonstrated high level of understanding of the principles and practices of coastal engineering, coastal hydrodynamics, wave theory, and sediment transport. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of experience with numeric models commonly applied to basin wide as well as nearshore environments. Ability to set-up, calibrate, validate, and trouble shoot numerical models. Demonstrated experiences in developing pre and post processing scripts using Python (preferable), MATLAB, Fortran, or other programming language. Preferred Demonstrated project experiences through professional publications and presentations. Completing design calculations for coastal and civil engineering practice:
including marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, drainage and flood control infrastructure, dredge/fill, and sediment disposal site designs. Coastal engineering analysis in support of coastal flood hazard studies under a predefined framework, specifically wave runup/overtopping analysis, and wave overland propagation analysis. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency presentations and written technical report preparation. Education and Experience the subject matter focus on one of the areas of expertise listed above. OR Doctorate degree in Coastal Processes/Engineering or Oceanography with 1 years of experience in one of the areas of expertise listed above. Current registration as Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 2 years, preferred This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Chemical EngineeringEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Natural Hazards and Coastal Risk Analysis Coastal Hydrodynamics and Morphology Modeling Coastal Management, Environmental Restoration, and Enhancement Modeling Solutions for Engineering Problems in the Coastal Environment Your Key Responsibilities Complete complex engineering calculations and modeling for the design or analysis of projects located in coastal environments. Performs statistic and probabilistic risk analysis associated with coastal hazards. Conducts numerical modeling for simulating circulation, waves, water quality, sediment transport, or mixing using ADCIRC, Delft3D, Delft3D-FM, SWAN, FUNWAVE, STWAVE, MIKE 21, CORMIX, and/or FLOW3D etc. Prepares or oversees the preparation of final plans and reports and submits them for approval. Coordinates work with other coastal engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff. Supports preparation of proposals and marketing efforts. Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials Master degree in Coastal Processes/Engineer or Oceanography with 4 years of experience with Demonstrated understanding of risk-based statistics and probability distributions. Demonstrated high level of understanding of the principles and practices of coastal engineering, coastal hydrodynamics, wave theory, and sediment transport. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of experience with numeric models commonly applied to basin wide as well as nearshore environments. Ability to set-up, calibrate, validate, and trouble shoot numerical models. Demonstrated experiences in developing pre and post processing scripts using Python (preferable), MATLAB, Fortran, or other programming language. Preferred Demonstrated project experiences through professional publications and presentations. Completing design calculations for coastal and civil engineering practice:
including marine structures, rubble mound structures, geotechnical/foundation designs, hydrodynamics/fluid mechanics, drainage and flood control infrastructure, dredge/fill, and sediment disposal site designs. Coastal engineering analysis in support of coastal flood hazard studies under a predefined framework, specifically wave runup/overtopping analysis, and wave overland propagation analysis. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency presentations and written technical report preparation. Education and Experience the subject matter focus on one of the areas of expertise listed above. OR Doctorate degree in Coastal Processes/Engineering or Oceanography with 1 years of experience in one of the areas of expertise listed above. Current registration as Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 2 years, preferred This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Chemical EngineeringEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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