Structural Engineer – Waterfront Inspection - Entry Level

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. Our mid-town Manhattan office is actively seeking a Civil or Structural Engineer with an interest in performing office and field related assignments in support of our inspection and rehabilitation (I&R) team. As the successful new hire, you will be available to commence employment no later than the beginning of summer 2026.

You will work with our NY dive team to assist in the inspections of marine structures and ports. In the office, you will assist with the follow‑on report preparation, development of structural repair designs, perform high‑level analysis and design. In the field, you will perform topside (above water) inspections and assist field activities on land and via boat. You will support inspections of large marine terminals, ports, wharves and more.

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 transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News‑Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

Moffatt & Nichol’s professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects 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 has 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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Assist with the development of plans, specifications, and cost estimates as needed to support waterfront infrastructure repair and rehabilitation work
• Help resolve design problems that may include performing field investigation or inspections, detailed design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project
• Perform construction inspections above water and topside, confirming repair progress aligns with construction documents. Clearly communicate findings with contractor on‑site and in‑office via construction inspection letter reports
• Calculate construction quantity estimates
• Perform analysis, design, asset management, and inspection of waterfront structures, and other maritime projects
• Structural analysis and design with timber, steel, concrete and composite materials
• Develop plans, specifications, and calculations as needed
• Work closely with other disciplines including architects, engineers, scientists, project managers, etc. on multi‑discipline projects
• Assist with the preparation of inspection reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

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.

• Availability to commence employment no later than the beginning of summer 2026
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Entry to 4 years of field, construction, or design experience (waterfront preferred)
  • Entry level candidates must have qualifying internship experience
• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) required within 6 months of hire
• Preferred experience using:
  • SAP
    2000
  • AutoCAD
  • STAAD
  • LPile
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and personal transportation required
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Selected candidate must consent to and pass a post‑offer/pre‑employment drug screening
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