Port Service Project Engineer

APTIM•Baton Rouge, LA

46d•$145,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

APTIM is seeking a Port Services Project Engineer to join their team in Mobile, Alabama or Charleston, South Carolina. This role supports projects involving the inspection, analysis, and design of structural systems for cranes, piers, wharves, and other critical port infrastructure. The engineer will work with experienced professionals to assess and solve complex challenges, focusing on condition assessments, repairs, retrofits, and new installations for both equipment and facilities. Utilizing tools like Mathcad, RISA, and AutoCAD, the engineer will contribute to analysis, design development, and the preparation of engineering deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering required.
10+ years of progressive structural or mechanical engineering experience with emphasis on steel/concrete design or mechanical system designs.
Proficiency in structural analysis and design software such as RISA, Mathcad, and AutoCAD; familiarity with Bluebeam and Autodesk Construction Cloud a plus.
Demonstrated ability to perform and interpret engineering analyses and translate findings into practical repair and design solutions.
Strong technical writing skills with experience preparing inspection reports, calculations, and design documentation.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact directly with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to balance office-based analysis and design work with occasional field assignments (approximately 10-25% travel).
Commitment to safe work practices in industrial and marine environments, including work at height and over water.
Interest in applying innovative tools and digital inspection methods to improve efficiency and data quality.
Passion for working in a consulting firm environment on a diverse portfolio of port and harbor projects.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure within 12 months of hire.
Experience with cranes, waterfront structures, or other heavy industrial or marine infrastructure strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Report to the Port Services Project Director and serve as a core member of the engineering team supporting port and harbor projects across the Southeast.
Support and perform structural and/or mechanical inspections of cranes, waterfront structures, and other port facility assets, equipment and systems to assess condition, identify deficiencies, and develop repair recommendations.
Assist in the development of detailed repair, retrofit, and new design drawings and calculations for steel and concrete structures, including crane components, piers, wharves, foundations, and pile-supported systems.
Perform structural analysis and design using engineering tools such as RISA, Mathcad, and AutoCAD; assist in design reviews for new equipment and facility improvements.
Collaborate with project managers to ensure technical deliverables meet project scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
Participate in field work and inspections--approximately typically ~10 -- 40% of workload--including work at height, over water, or within industrial environments.
Engage directly with client project managers and technical staff to coordinate ongoing and upcoming work and ensure responsive communication.
Contribute to proposal development and the preparation of technical scopes, cost estimates, and schedules.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including mechanical, electrical, civil, structural and geotechnical disciplines, to deliver integrated port and crane engineering solutions.
Support the continued growth of APTIM's digital inspection and asset management initiatives by applying innovative technologies and data-driven methods.
Maintain an adaptable balance between office-based design and field-based activities, with limited travel (approximately 10-20%) throughout the Southeast.
As the office expands, provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and inspection staff.