About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As an Entry Level Structural Engineer (Ports & Maritime) for our confidential client, you will join a Northwest-based regional team delivering waterfront and transportation projects. You’ll support design, analysis, and delivery of marine infrastructure—from small marinas to large international port developments—working with senior engineers and subject-matter experts.

• Assist in the structural design and analysis of marine structures: piers, wharves, transfer bridges, gangways, bulkheads, breakwaters, floating docks and marinas.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, drawings, specifications, and calculation packages (Excel, MathCAD, FEA outputs).
• Apply relevant codes and standards (ASCE, AASHTO, ACI, AISC, IBC, NDS, PIANC) to analysis and design tasks.
• Support site inspections, condition assessments, QA/QC activities, and data collection at project sites.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, constructible solutions.
• Contribute to proposals, quantity takeoffs, and engineer’s cost estimates.
• Learn from and be mentored by senior engineers; pursue growth opportunities within a global Ports & Maritime practice.

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What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in marine, waterfront, or port engineering.
• Basic knowledge of structural analysis and design principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and common PDF tools (Bluebeam, Adobe).
• Solid written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

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Nice to Have (Preferred / Ideal Experience)

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Internship, co-op, or 0–2 years of hands-on structural engineering experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or preparing design drawings.
• Familiarity with finite-element analysis software (SAP2000, RISA3D, STAAD, LPile).
• Knowledge of port operations, landside infrastructure, or marine-specific construction methods.

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Location & Work Model

• Primary location: Bellevue, WA (regional work may include projects in Alaska, Oregon, Hawaii, South America, and remote South Pacific locations).
• Hybrid home/office schedule; some travel to job sites required.

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Compensation (Estimated)

• Estimated annual salary: $68,823 (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience, location, and other factors.

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Why Join This Team

• Hands-on exposure to diverse marine engineering projects and materials (steel, aluminum, concrete, timber, earth).
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in a large global Ports & Maritime practice.
• Accelerated professional development in a fast-growing engineering discipline.

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Equal Employment & Candidate Notes

Careertakes and our client are committed to fair, non-discriminatory hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; contact Careertakes if you require assistance during the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.