Mooring & Metocean Engineer

Baird & Associates • Boca Raton, FL

34d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Mooring & Metocean Engineer to join our growing coastal and marine engineering consultancy. This role is a key addition to our expertise in ports, coastal infrastructure, marine operations, and the rapidly evolving offshore wind sector.
If you’re an engineer who thrives on applying analytical tools and physical principles to solve real-world marine challenges, this is an excellent opportunity for you. You won’t just be running software; you’ll be applying a deep understanding of marine physics to bridge the gap between theoretical data and real-world structural integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in naval architecture, offshore/ocean engineering, or applied mathematics.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience in the marine/offshore industry.
• Proven proficiency in conducting dynamic mooring analyses for ships and/or offshore structures.
• Advanced analysis skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming environments.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills. You have the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for clients and internal teams.
• A willingness and ability to travel (typically 1–2-week periods, potentially longer) both domestically and internationally to support project needs.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residence

Responsibilities

• Mooring & Berthing: Lead dynamic mooring analyses for ports and coastal terminals. You will also support our structural team by calculating forces from wind, waves, currents, and vessel impacts. This involves not just analyzing but also designing and optimizing mooring systems for various vessel types and environmental conditions.
• Port Development: Conduct underkeel clearance and squat studies to optimize access channels and develop operational forecast systems.
• Navigation Support: Provide critical metocean data and vessel characteristics for navigation simulations, including attending in-person sessions at simulator facilities.
• Risk Assessment: Perform navigation risk assessments to ensure seamless, safe port operations.
• Data Analysis: Interpret and analyze complex metocean data sets derived from both field measurements and numerical modeling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level