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Your Opportunity

Stantec Consulting Services Inc. seeks a driven 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. 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

Flexible/Remote Location: This position can sit anywhere in the US. 

Your Key Responsibilities

Complete complex engineering calculations and modeling for the design or analysis of projects located in coastal environments. Perform data analysis, model pre- and post-processing, and statistical and probabilistic risk analysis associated with coastal hazards using Matlab, Python, ArcMap, etc. Develop and execute numerical models for simulating hydrodynamics, waves, water quality, and sediment transport, using Delft3D (D-FLOW and FM), ADCIRC+SWAN, FUNWAVE, etc. Prepare modeling documentation, engineering plans and reports, etc. and submit them for approval. Coordinate work with other coastal engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff. Support preparation of proposals and marketing efforts.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of and experience with numerical models commonly applied to basin wide as well as nearshore environments, Particularly Delft3D. Ability to set-up, calibrate, validate, and troubleshoot numerical models. Demonstrated experiences in developing pre and post processing scripts using Matlab (preferred), Python, Fortran, or other programming language. Proficiency working within both Windows and Linux environments. Demonstrated understanding of risk-based statistics and probability distributions.  Demonstrated high level of understanding of the principles and practices of coastal engineering, coastal hydrodynamics, waves, and sediment transport.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Coastal Engineering or Oceanography with the subject matter focus on one of the areas of expertise listed above.

Preferred Qualifications

Current registration as Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 3 years. 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.

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.

 

 

Additional Information Salary Range(s): Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO and HI and MD Min Pay Range: $97,100 Max Pay Range: $148,000 Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.