Coastal Protection Engineering

We are Hiring! Coastal Numerical Modeler Position Opening

Coastal Protection Engineering LLC (CPE), a multidisciplined coastal consulting firm with a national presence and a growing coastal engineering practice, is seeking a Coastal Numerical Modeler to join our Boca Raton, FL office. This position offers exceptional growth and career development opportunities for a motivated professional passionate about coastal modeling and engineering. The successful candidate will work closely with our team of experienced coastal engineers and scientists on numerical modeling studies of coastal processes, including beach and dune restoration, inlet management, coastal resiliency, and coastal flooding projects throughout the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Perform numerical modeling in support of coastal processes (Waves, flows, sediment transport, coastal morphology change) in support of coastal engineering projects such as beach dune and marsh restoration, coastal structures, inlet management, coastal resiliency and coastal flooding.
• Coordinate and establish effective working relationships with team members, project managers, and clients.
• Conduct numerical modeling studies from start to finish including pre-processing data, creating modeling grids, developing and implement boundary conditions, conducting numerical model calibration, project scenario simulations, post processing results, creation of modeling graphics and videos and preparation of final deliverables including technical report and power point presentations.
• Participate in project decisions regarding numerical modeling scope and scheduling.
• Prepare various project documents including reports, technical memorandums and technical papers to be published in specialized journals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and master’s degree in Coastal Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Oceanography or related fields.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with numerical modeling of coastal and estuarine systems, including coastal hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and morphology change, utilizing Delft3D and XBeach modelling suites.
• Experience with Matlab programming, specifically development of pre- and post-processing scripts for Delft3D applications.
• Experience with wave and tide schematization for long-term morphology change simulations of beaches and inlets.
• Willingness and availability to travel to other offices and client sites on occasion.
• Strong background in coastal processes.
• Proficient English communication skills (oral and written).
• Be able to legally work in the USA.

Additional Desired Qualifications

The following additional qualifications are not mandatory but will be viewed favorably:

• Experience with other coastal numerical model software such as the SMC (USACE), SMS (IHE-Cantabria), Genesis, SBEACH, C-Shore, Bouss2D, Beach-Fx, Fun Wave, Mike21, Litpack, ADCIRC, SLOSH, HEC-2, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM/XPSWMM.
• Experience with other programming languages such as Python and C++.
• Experience with CAD and GIS.
• Experience with stormwater hydrology and hydrologic modeling.
• Experience modeling coastal flooding.
• Experience with operational forecasts and real time data assimilation by models.
• Experience with metocean data collection in the field.
• Experience preparing project scope and fee proposals
• Publications Coastal Engineering Journals and Presentation in National and International Coastal Conferences.

What We Offer

This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. CPE offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees
• A generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive, collaborative environment in a fully sustainable office building located near pristine beaches and A-rated schools.
• A unique opportunity to learn with our experienced coastal team, develop your technical and professional skills, and grow your career while working on interesting coastal engineering projects.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Coastal Protection Engineering is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We encourage talented, qualified employees to apply regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law.