Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of coastal engineering projects across the Gulf Coast, South Atlantic Ocean coast, and the Caribbean with emphasis on flood protection ...
Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of coastal engineering projects across the Gulf Coast, South Atlantic Ocean coast, and the Caribbean with emphasis on flood protection ...
Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · On-site
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · On-site
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$95K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
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Lead Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$95K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
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Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · Remote
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
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Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · Remote
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$95K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$95K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Civil/Coastal Engineer
Bourne, MA · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
Support other oceanographic, wetland and environmental field efforts as needed. * Perform computations, analyses, and draft drawings for design of coastal engineering structures, nature-based ...
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Civil/Coastal Engineer
Bourne, MA · On-site
$75K - $100K/yr
Support other oceanographic, wetland and environmental field efforts as needed. * Perform computations, analyses, and draft drawings for design of coastal engineering structures, nature-based ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Lead Coastal Engineer
Jupiter, FL · On-site
$100K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Ocean, or Coastal Engineering or related engineering degree from an EAC/ABET accredited program * 10+ years of coastal engineering experience in the areas of feasibility ...
Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · On-site +1
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
Coastal Engineer
Horsham, PA · On-site +1
$81K - $102K/yr
Ideal candidates will have the following: * BS or MS degree in relevant field (e.g., Coastal, Ocean, Civil or Environmental Engineering) * 3-8 years of experience * Experience with coastal ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$91K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree or higher is preferred. * Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required in one or more states ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$91K - $125K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree or higher is preferred. * Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required in one or more states ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree or higher is preferred. * Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required in one or more states ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$96K - $132K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Coastal, Ocean Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree or higher is preferred. * Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license required in one or more states ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
New Orleans, LA · Hybrid
$100K - $137K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
New Orleans, LA · Hybrid
$100K - $137K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Pearland, TX · Hybrid
$93K - $127K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Pearland, TX · Hybrid
$93K - $127K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Houston, TX · Hybrid
$99K - $137K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Houston, TX · Hybrid
$99K - $137K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Orlando, FL · Hybrid
$97K - $134K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Orlando, FL · Hybrid
$97K - $134K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · Hybrid
$96K - $133K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL · Hybrid
$96K - $133K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Corpus Christi, TX · Hybrid
$100K - $138K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Corpus Christi, TX · Hybrid
$100K - $138K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Tampa, FL · Hybrid
$98K - $135K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Senior Coastal Engineer
Tampa, FL · Hybrid
$98K - $135K/yr
Master's degree or higher in coastal engineering, ocean engineering, or a related engineering field * Project Management Professional certification * Working knowledge of numerical modeling for ...
Coastal Engineer/ Project Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$84K - $112K/yr
ACOPNE Certification preferred - Diplomat in Coastal Port, Ocean and/or Navigation Engineering. * Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency ...
Coastal Engineer/ Project Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$84K - $112K/yr
ACOPNE Certification preferred - Diplomat in Coastal Port, Ocean and/or Navigation Engineering. * Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct effective client and agency ...
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How much do ocean coastal engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for ocean coastal engineer in the United States is $95,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Coastal Engineer
Jacksonville, FL • On-site
Halff
• Civil Engineering Construction • 1 - 5K employees1,001 - 5,000 employees
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 24 days ago
Halff rating
9.3
Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Coastal Engineer:
We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Coastal Engineer to join our team in delivering impactful solutions for coastal communities and infrastructure. This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of coastal engineering projects across the Gulf Coast, South Atlantic Ocean coast, and the Caribbean with emphasis on flood protection, shoreline stabilization, habitat restoration, and resilience planning.
The ideal candidate will bring experience working in dynamic coastal environments and be familiar with the unique challenges of the coastline, including storm surge, subsidence, and hurricane impacts.
What will you do:
- Support the design and delivery of coastal infrastructure projects including dunes, seawalls, levees, breakwaters, revetments, and beach nourishment.
- Perform coastal and hydrodynamic modeling using tools such as ADCIRC, SWAN, Delft3D, MIKE21, Beach-fx, CMS-Flow, CMS-Wave, and others.
- Perform analyses of wave statistics, tides, and sediment transport.
- Assist with the permitting process through the state, federal, and other regulatory agencies.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including water resources engineers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, and planners.
- Prepare technical documents, engineering reports, and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
- Conduct field assessments and site inspections along the coast.
- Contribute to the development of climate adaptation and sea-level rise strategies for coastal communities.
What you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- 2–6 years of coastal engineering experience (entry- and mid-level candidates encouraged to apply).
- Knowledge of coastal processes, water wave mechanics, and shoreline protection methods.
- Proficiency in coastal modeling and design software.
- Strong technical writing and oral communication skills.
- Ability to travel for fieldwork and project meetings.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Coastal or Civil Engineering.
- EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida, Louisiana, or Texas (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
- Familiarity with local, state and federal coastal policies and permitting requirements.
- Experience working on FEMA floodplain studies, Corps of Engineers projects, or coastal resiliency planning initiatives.
- Experience with nature-based and hybrid infrastructure approaches.
The Halff Coastal Engineering Advantage:
- Work on high-impact projects that protect and restore coastal communities.
- Competitive salary and benefits, including 401(k), health coverage, and professional development support.
- Opportunity to collaborate with state and federal agencies on regional coastal initiatives.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and field-based roles across the Gulf Coast, South Atlantic Ocean coast, and Caribbean.
Company Overview:
Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.
Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.
Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here
Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida and Arkansas. For a full list of our locations, click here
We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.
Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.
Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here
Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida and Arkansas. For a full list of our locations, click here
We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
- Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.
About Halff
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Industry
Civil engineering construction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Richardson, TX, US