Intermediate Coastal Engineer

You Belong at BairdAt W.F. Baird, you’re never just a number, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, ideas, and growth. For 40+ years, we have combined the stability of an established and trusted firm with the creativity of a niche engineering company, working where water meets land to design and deliver solutions that protect coastlines, strengthen ports, restore ecosystems, and more. With offices across North America, the Caribbean, South America, and Australia, we offer global impact with a welcoming, people first culture. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, room to grow, and the chance to make waves alongside other talented people who share your passion.The OpportunityNow, as we expand our presence in Vancouver, BC, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of building Baird’s next chapter, bringing our coastal and water engineering excellence to the Pacific region and beyond as an Intermediate Coastal Engineer.As an Intermediate level Coastal Engineer at Baird, you will be responsible for supporting the planning, design, and delivery of waterfront and coastal projects, with an emphasis on coastal structure design across Canada, US and abroad. You will apply your technical expertise while also contributing to project support and client interaction.This role involves providing both engineering and administrative support to assist colleagues in meeting client deliverables. You will demonstrate independent initiative, effective collaboration, and strong attention to technical details while maintaining confidentiality and contributing to team priorities across multiple offices and time zones.What You Will Do as an Intermediate Coastal Engineer at BairdEngineering & Technical DesignPerform a variety of assignments requiring the application of moderate-to-advanced coastal and civil engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria with limited guidance from senior engineers.Perform coastal analysis, model studies and design coastal protection structures.Assist juniors and lead data collection and analysis to support engineering design and decision-making.Prepare design and technical reports.Support planning, research, design, and preparation of plans, specifications, and project manuals.Conduct site visits and carry out inspections of existing coastal structures.Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations (e.g., NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act).Project Management & Client SupportParticipate in project management activities, including client interaction, budget and schedule tracking, and quality control coordination.Provide administrative and on-site observation support during marine and coastal construction projectsBusiness Development & CollaborationContribute to proposal preparation, interviews, and business development efforts to attract and retain clients.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, scientists, geomatics specialists, CAD drafters, and surveyors.Work effectively across offices and time zones to ensure alignment with project deliverables.What You Will BringQualificationsBachelor’s degree in coastal engineering, civil engineering, ocean engineering or related fieldLicensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng. in Canada or P.E. in the U.S.) in good standing6+ years of coastal or marine engineering experience in consulting or a contractor role.Demonstrated experience in project design or construction experience involving coastal and marine structures, ecosystem restoration or navigation and dredging.Deep working knowledge of design guidelines, codes, and standards related to coastal and marine engineering.Proven project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk managementEffective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.Availability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in coastal engineering, civil engineering, ocean engineering or related field from an accredited institution.Construction experience related to waterfront and coastal projects.Ability to clearly document the basis of design including the documentation of design codes and standards, data analysis, assumptions, calculations, and conclusions.Proficiency in related software (e.g., ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Python, HEC-RAS, MIKE21, SWAN, Delft3D) and numerical modeling toolsExperience conducting feasibility studies, environmental impact analyses, and cost evaluations.Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations affecting coastal and marine projects.Experience working with public agencies (e.g., EPA, USACE, NOAA, local environmental agencies) as well as private sector clients.We are committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.PI55e8ad6ee6d4-30511-39384744