Overview
Childs Engineering is a well-established and growing firm specializing in waterfront structural engineering. We provide expert inspection, assessment, design, and analysis services for piers, wharves, seawalls, bridges, and a wide range of other marine and waterfront structures.
Our collaborative team supports clients across the United States and internationally, with engineers regularly traveling to project sites to deliver specialist expertise wherever it is needed.
As a small, close-knit company, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and team-oriented culture. We value work-life balance and strive to provide a relaxed, engaging, and rewarding work environment where employees can develop their careers and make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
You will work on a wide variety of waterfront projects, including design, surveying, underwater inspections, and regulatory services.
Fieldwork will involve both topside and underwater activities, including inspections, destructive and non-destructive testing, topographic and hydrographic surveying, and construction oversight.
Office-based responsibilities will include structural analysis and design, preparation of drawings and specifications, quantity and cost estimating, and the preparation of engineering assessment reports.
What We Offer
- A supportive and flexible work environment that enables employees to stay healthy, fulfill their passions, and balance work and life goals.
- Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
- Complete visibility and involvement in the projects your team works on.
- Team building activities/events and a collaborative work environment.
- The opportunity to take ownership of your career with a focus on career development and mentorship.
What You’ll Need
- B.S. degree or higher in Civil, Structural or Ocean Engineering.
- 2-8 years of waterfront engineering and inspection experience.
- EIT or PE registration.
- Commercial diving certification (ADCI or equivalent).
- Practical experience with civil engineering software (AutoCAD)
- The ability to learn quickly, strong communication skills, and a solid work ethic.
- Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight, as required.
- Valid driver’s license.
Additional Qualities
- MS degree with strong Structural, Geotechnical, or Coastal Engineering degree focus.
- Familiarity with structural analysis software such as STAAD.
- Experience with topographic or hydrographic surveys.
- Completed NHI Bridge Inspector Course.
- Possession of a Boating Safety Certificate.
This role requires a willingness to work in physically demanding environments, including lifting equipment, working outdoors, and accessing challenging structures.
Comprehensive Benefit Package
- Medical, Dental & Vision including Healthy Rewards
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement
- Flexible Savings Account
- 401(K) with Employers Match
- Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holiday, Vacation & Sick time
- Competitive Annual Salary plus Bonus Pay
- Paid Registration & Licensing fees
We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or other status protected by applicable state or local laws
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Education:
Experience:
- Commercial Diving: 2 years (Required)
- waterfront engineering and inspection: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Commercial Dive License (ADCI or equivalent) (Required)
- Boating Safety Certificate (Preferred)
- NHI Bridge Inspector Course (Preferred)
- E.I.T or P.E. License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bellingham, MA 02019 (Required)
Work Location: In person
