Natural Systems Design

Engineer

• Support site condition assessment, alternative analysis and feasibility studies, and related engineering and scientific investigation for restoration projects.
• Conduct sea level rise and climate change vulnerability analysis.
• Support engineering and scientific investigations for restoration project site analysis and related studies.
• Apply best available science and/or engineering practices to support innovative, cost-effective approaches and optimal shoreline management solutions that meet project goals.
• Perform geospatial analysis using ArcGIS and related tools, that include acquiring and processing geospatial and remote sensing data (e.g., LiDAR, coastal mapping).
• Organize data and manage datasets and analyses to be reproducible, clearly documented, and accessible to project teams.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, figures, and memos that clearly communicate methods, findings, and recommendations.
• Contribute to the project team by producing high-quality deliverables on time and within budget, tracking project schedule, and proactively and clearly communicate status updates to project teams.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (engineers, ecologists, landscape architects) to incorporate technical insights into restoration and shoreline projects.
• Take increasing ownership of discrete project tasks and deliverables, with opportunities to grow into project management and technical leadership.

Coastal Scientist/Engineer – Staff Level

Project Manager

• Lead technical analysis, design, and/or scientific evaluation for river, floodplain, and wetland restoration projects
• Apply expertise in geomorphology, hydraulics, hydrology, sediment transport, and/or restoration science
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and in alignment with NSD QAQC standards
• Serve as primary client contact and build strong, trusted relationships

Coastal Scientist/Engineer – Staff Level

Senior Water Resources Engineer, Geomorphologist, Scientist – Project Manager