Senior Civil Design Engineer - Ports & Marine

AECOM•Savannah, GA

3d•$125,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead the technical design and oversight of large-scale civil site infrastructure projects within port and marine environments. This role will be responsible for guiding multidisciplinary civil-site design efforts across projects including storage facilities, utility and office buildings, wharfs, loading docks, roadways, sidewalks, and associated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring strong end-to-end project experience spanning conceptual planning, detailed design, project engineering, and construction, with demonstrated coordination of environmental planning and regulatory requirements. This position plays a critical role in delivering high-impact infrastructure projects that support port operations, logistics, and regional economic development while ensuring environmental compliance and long-term resilience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred) and 8 years of related civil engineering design experience, including civil site design, project engineering, construction phase support/oversight or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience in relevant engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar).
Experience in grading, drainage, stormwater management, and site design principles.
Current holder of, or have no restrictions to obtain, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Nice To Haves

Experience with large-scale industrial or logistics facilities.
Background in construction management or contractor coordination.
Experience working with federal, state, or port authorities.
Demonstrated experience with port, marine, or waterfront infrastructure projects.
Proven experience coordinating with environmental planning and permitting processes.
Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., AASHTO, ASCE, local/state regulations, coastal engineering guidelines).
Experience with marine structural coordination (e.g., pile-supported systems, quay walls).
Knowledge of resiliency design for coastal environments (e.g., flood protection, sea level rise considerations).

Responsibilities

Lead the technical design and engineering of civil site development projects in marine and port environments.
Oversee design and integration of: Marine structures (e.g., wharfs, docks, bulkheads), Site infrastructure (grading, drainage, roadways, sidewalks), Industrial facilities (storage sites, loading docks, utility buildings, office buildings).
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and design staff.
Act as the Engineer of Record and ensure design compliance with applicable standards, codes, and permit requirements.
Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts including structural, geotechnical, environmental, and marine engineering teams.
Manage the transition from conceptual design through detailed design, permitting, and construction support.
Collaborate with environmental consultants and agencies to support environmental planning, permitting, and compliance (e.g., coastal, wetlands, dredging permits).
Prepare and review engineering calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents.
Conduct site visits, inspections, and construction oversight to ensure adherence to design intent.
Interface directly with clients, stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies related to site conditions, constructability, and environmental constraints.