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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer Marine, Coastal, Hydraulic Infrastructure (Baton Rouge, LA)

Company Description

At W.F. Baird (Baird), we design and deliver innovative, results-driven solutions for ports, marine terminals, shoreline protection, hydraulic structures, coastal ecosystem restoration, and more. With 40+ years of experience and offices across North America, the Caribbean, South America, and Australia, we offer a collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment with opportunities for growth and ownership.

Job Description

Due to growth, Baird has an opportunity for anIntermediate Geotechnical Engineerto join our team and contribute to innovative coastal, marine, and hydraulic infrastructure projects. In this role, youll collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on site investigations, design work, and construction support for a range of high-impact projects.

If you have a solid technical foundation and are ready to take the next step in your career by gaining project ownership, deepening your expertise, and growing into a leadership role we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of marine and coastal engineering.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support the planning, design, and construction of marine and coastal infrastructure projects (e.g., ports, shore protection, breakwaters, and hydraulic structures).
• Conduct and assist in managing geotechnical and geophysical site investigations, including data review, interpretation, and reporting.
• Prepare engineering analyses, calculations, and design documents under the guidance of senior staff.
• Contribute to technical reports, memos, and design packages.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and modelers across offices and time zones.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews, risk assessments, and design development meetings.
• Engage in construction observation and provide technical support during project execution.
• Continue to develop expertise in tools such as LPILE, APILE, gINT, PLAXIS, GeoStudio, and similar platforms.
• Participate in internal knowledge sharing and training sessions.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in geotechnical, civil, geological, orrelated engineering program.
• 5+years of experience in geotechnical engineering, ideally with exposure to marine or coastal infrastructure.
• E.I.T. designation required; P.E. or P.Eng. registration is preferred.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics, slope stability, seepage, shallow and deep foundations, and ground improvement techniques.
• Experience with geotechnical software (e.g., LPILE, APILE, Slide, PLAXIS, gINT, GeoStudio) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to travel for site work and client needs (domestic/international).

Additional Information

Why Join Baird?

• Challenging projects that make a real-world impact.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and mentorship.
• Opportunity to work with international teams and gain exposure to unique coastal and hydraulic environments.

Baird is employee-owned. We offer competitive compensation and benefits.

W.F. Baird & Associates (Baird) is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V.

Baird is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where Baird operates.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming to all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of our job requirements!

Disclaimer:The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Please note applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S., without requiringsponsorship to be considered.

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