Senior Waterfront Engineer - Coastal Resilience
VHB
Providence, RI · $115k–$150k a year · Posted November 2, 2026
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November 2026
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About the job
...VHB in Providence, Rhode Island, is looking for a Senior Level Waterfront Engineer to join their team. This role will assist with planning, permitting, and designing waterfront and coastal infrastructure projects, including marinas, piers, and seawalls. The ideal candidate...