Moffatt & Nichol
Moffatt & Nichol
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
ConstructionConsultingLogistics
Moffatt & Nichol is an engineering and design consultancy focused on infrastructure for ports, transportation, water resources, and environmental resilience. Drawing on more than 75 years of experience, the firm supports projects involving cargo movement, coastal management, commercial due diligence, and sustainable architecture and landscape design. Its work brings together planning, technical design, and technology to help shape infrastructure that responds to natural conditions and community needs.

Entry-Level Waterfront Structural Engineer – Oakland, Onsite

Support the design of waterfront and marine infrastructure at Moffatt & Nichol. This entry-level role includes structural modeling, detailing, inspections, and rehabilitation assessments.

Description

  • Support structural analysis, design, and detailing for concrete, steel, and timber waterfront structures
  • Help develop design concepts, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and quantity takeoffs
  • Perform static and dynamic finite element structural modeling
  • Coordinate plan details with drafting technicians
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams
  • Assist with waterfront structure inspections and inspection report preparation
  • Learn and apply Moffatt & Nichol’s quality and documentation standards
  • Support waterfront and marine infrastructure design and analysis with increasing independence
  • Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and specifications for varied marine projects
  • Own assigned technical tasks, including finite element modeling and inspection or rehabilitation assessment support

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with 0–3 years of experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with 2–4 years of experience may also be considered
  • Working knowledge of structural engineering design and detailing for concrete, steel, and timber waterfront structures
  • Ability to perform static and dynamic finite element structural modeling
  • Understanding of waterfront structural systems, material performance, and rehabilitation considerations
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, structural analysis software such as STAAD or SAP, and Microsoft Office
  • Developing knowledge of applicable structural design codes and standards
  • EIT certification preferred
  • Successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
  • Legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and provide required documentation at hire
  • Ability to travel across unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment during some site visits

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package with low employee contributions
  • Family coverage
  • Low-deductible plan option
  • Generous HSA match
  • Wellness program with financial incentives
  • Monthly one-on-one nutritionist sessions
  • Healthwise Pharmacist access
  • Mindfulness apps, including Calm and BetterHelp
  • Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs
  • 15–25 days of paid time off based on experience level
  • Seven paid holidays
  • Floating holiday
  • 401(k) match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Training opportunities
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Formal mentoring program
  • Active Young Professionals group
  • Pet insurance

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