Senior Waterfront Engineer​/Diver

Location:

New York, NY, United States

Date Posted:
Jul 16, 2026

We are seeking an experienced Waterfront Engineer with commercial diving experience to join our waterfront/coastal team in a regular full‑time capacity. This position will be based out of GEI’s Bloomfield, NJ office, our NYC office, or our Huntington Station, Long Island, NY office. The selected candidate will work in a leadership role on projects within the Metro‑NYC area and other geographies, with internal support to cultivate new client relationships while being provided the opportunity to manage existing key accounts.

As a valued member of GEI, you will be leading the inspection, design and development of a variety of coastal, waterfront and resiliency projects including shoreline protection, seawalls, marinas, recreational piers, harbors, harbor and facility dredging, aquatic habitat restorations and waterfront parks.

• Leading ADCI dives teams, performing underwater inspections and construction monitoring.
• Leading the initiation phases of projects, including proposals and safety plan development.
• Performing land‑based construction monitoring and other field activities.
• Preparing technical reports, permits and designs for waterfront projects.
• Facilitating the training and development of junior staff.

• Professional Engineer in New Jersey or New York, or eligible for reciprocity in either of those states.
• 5 or more years of experience preparing technical documents and designs on waterfront projects.
• 5 or more years of experience performing inspections and construction monitoring.
• 5 or more years of experience diving professionally.
• Knowledgeable in the operation of dive safety, dive equipment and watercraft.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to work outside in the field, including during inclement conditions.
• Ability to travel for site visits, inspections, and field work, including occasional overnight travel.
• BS or MS Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or similar field.
• Current ADCI diving certifications and credentials.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Market‑Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus.
• Pay Range For This Position: $90,000 – $150,000 per year.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More.
• Well‑Being Program and Paid Parental Leave.
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends.
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement.
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses.
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program.
• Rewards and Recognition.
• GEI‑Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k).
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder.
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.