Coastal Engineer

The Foth Companies
United States, Florida, Jacksonville
Feb 13, 2025
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth. Foth is seeking an entry-level Coastal Engineer to join our Jacksonville, FL office! This role involves performing industry-standard coastal engineering data analyses. You'll work on a wide variety of exciting and innovative coastal projects, learning from our experienced Jacksonville team members, and advancing your coastal engineering career with us! Responsibilities: Assist with the setup, calibration, and verification of numerical models for wave transformation, hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and coastal morphology Communicate complex topics to team members effectively, using both written and verbal means Observe construction operations and evaluate site conditions Perform industry-standard data analyses related to coastal engineering Prepare construction plans and technical specifications Assemble data and documentation to support state and federal permit applications Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including coastal engineers, surveyors, biologists, contractors, structural engineers, master planners, etc. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Ocean, Coastal, Environmental, or Civil Engineering, or a related field from an EAC/ABET accredited program Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Oceanographic or Coastal Engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited program Experience using coastal modeling platforms such as Delft3D, MIKE/DHI, SMS, ADCIRC, XBeach, UNIBEST, etc. Construction oversight experience Coursework, research, or experience in beach nourishment; coastal structures; and coastal resiliency and adaptation Technical report writing experience Experience using programming languages such as Matlab, Python, etc. Why Foth: Established Reputation : With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned. Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate. Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.