Senior Project Engineer

WHO WE ARE

We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our dynamic team in Nicholasville, Kentucky office, where you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of marine, waterfront, and bridge structures. This role goes beyond routine calculations-you'll be involved in inspections, assessments, evaluations, analysis, and design, all while developing innovative solutions that meet real‑world demands.

Marine Solutions is a specialized marine engineering and construction firm serving clients in the government (federal, state, local), transportation, energy, industrial, water, and commercial markets. We inspect, design, and build bridges and waterfront infrastructure worldwide that protect and enrich our communities.

Our recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for eight consecutive years reflects our unwavering commitment to nurturing and empowering our people. We prioritize personal and professional development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and growth. Collaboration and open communication are at the core of our culture, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued.

Investing in our employees not only enhances their potential but also contributes to our collective success.

The Senior Project Engineer position has responsibility and accountability for coordination and completion of assigned technical activities on assigned projects. To fulfill these obligations, the Senior Project Engineer must: plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate assigned engineering work; monitor work for compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and internal procedures and standards; and ensure effective communication and coordination between required disciplines and other project participants.

• Directs and/or performs field inspections and evaluation of structures in compliance with established procedures and standards.
• Directs and/or performs testing of materials, interprets test results, and incorporates results into reports to ensure project specification compliance.
• Directs and/or performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Directs and/or performs the preparation of comprehensive engineering documents including inspection reports, design plans, and specifications.
• Directs and supervises the work of project engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff.
• Actively participates in internal and external project meetings and works to actively resolve project issues.
• Assists with project planning, scheduling, forecasting, and quality.
• Assists with client management, proposal preparation, project scooping, and estimating project costs.
• Actively promotes a safe work culture.

This description does not cover all possible tasks, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned or modified at any time.

• Good technical knowledge, experience, and capabilities in area of practice.
• Good proficiency in computer‑assisted engineering and office software and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in the English language.
• Ability to define problems, collect/interpret data, evaluate facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in civil, structural or ocean engineering from an accredited four‑year university.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience.

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Valid US Driver's License

• FHWA‑NHI #130055 - Safety Inspection of In‑Service Bridges
• FHWA‑NHI #130053 - Bridge Inspection Refresher
• FHWA‑NHI #130078 - Bridge Inspection Techniques for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members (NSTM) Refresher
• FHWA‑NHI #130087 - Ancillary Highway Structures
• FHWA‑NHI #130091 - Underwater Bridge Inspection
• Structural Engineer (SE)
• SPRAT Rope Access Technician
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Course
• NASBLA Boater Safety Course
• First Aid, CPR & O2 Provider
• TWIC Card
• Valid US Passport
• Commercial DOT Medical Card