Structural Engineer - Offshore Wind - Junior Level - MOFFATT & NICHOL
Seattle, WA
About the Job
Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. Within the larger ports practice, Moffatt & Nichol has a division dedicated to the planning, logistical modeling, and detailed design of ports to support the worldwide offshore wind (OSW) industry. We are seeking an offshore wind port planner/engineer to support our OSW ports practice. As the successful new hire, you may be seated in our Oakland (1st preference) or Costa Mesa (2nd preference), CA. Alternative acceptable locations for this position are: Walnut Creek or Long Beach, CA or Seattle, WA.
About Moffatt & Nichol:
Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Perform site selection studies and feasibility studies for proposed OSW ports
Analyze existing port infrastructure and proposed sites to determine suitability for use in OSW industry
Work with OSW port logistics modeling team to create and analyze OSW port models
Work with OSW ports team to analyze OSW project operational requirements and create supporting port layouts and concept designs
Keep current with OSW industry trends, US and international work pipeline
Coordinate with structural, civil, electrical and mechanical design teams as required
Perform periodic site visits and field investigations at proposed and existing OSW port locations
Attend client meetings as required
Produce and present effective presentations and reports for OSW port clients
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering a must. A master's degree in engineering with focus in: Civil, Structural, Coastal, Marine or Offshore Wind is preferred
1 to 3 years of experience
Engineer in Training certificate or the willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
Good working knowledge of the OSW industry is a plus. Experience may include:
BOEM (US) leasing process
US State OSW power solicitation process
European OSW leasing and solicitation process
South American OSW leasing and solicitation process
OSW wind turbine generation sizing and geometry
Process flow of WTG components through OSW port
OSW vessel characteristics and specifications
OSW port criteria to support both fixed bottom and floating offshore wind projects
Strong communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills with the ability to deliver effective presentations and work with a team approach
Ability and willingness to interact
About Moffatt & Nichol:
Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 in Transportation. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Perform site selection studies and feasibility studies for proposed OSW ports
Analyze existing port infrastructure and proposed sites to determine suitability for use in OSW industry
Work with OSW port logistics modeling team to create and analyze OSW port models
Work with OSW ports team to analyze OSW project operational requirements and create supporting port layouts and concept designs
Keep current with OSW industry trends, US and international work pipeline
Coordinate with structural, civil, electrical and mechanical design teams as required
Perform periodic site visits and field investigations at proposed and existing OSW port locations
Attend client meetings as required
Produce and present effective presentations and reports for OSW port clients
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering a must. A master's degree in engineering with focus in: Civil, Structural, Coastal, Marine or Offshore Wind is preferred
1 to 3 years of experience
Engineer in Training certificate or the willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
Good working knowledge of the OSW industry is a plus. Experience may include:
BOEM (US) leasing process
US State OSW power solicitation process
European OSW leasing and solicitation process
South American OSW leasing and solicitation process
OSW wind turbine generation sizing and geometry
Process flow of WTG components through OSW port
OSW vessel characteristics and specifications
OSW port criteria to support both fixed bottom and floating offshore wind projects
Strong communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills with the ability to deliver effective presentations and work with a team approach
Ability and willingness to interact
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