Engineer - Diver

Job Details: Job Location: Maryland

• Columbia, MD, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $85000.00 - $100000.00Salary, Job Category: Engineering, Why Join Collins? As an ENR Top 500 Design Firm, Collins Engineers builds the infrastructure and connections that keep communities moving forward. Joining our team means stepping into a collaborative environment where your ideas, skills, and energy directly shape high-impact projects. We combine big-firm resources with a close-knit culture where your voice is heard, your career growth is prioritized, and your contributions make a real difference. The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated Engineer-Diver to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine civil/structural engineering with commercial diving and hands-on field inspection of bridges, waterfront structures, and other critical infrastructure. The Engineer-Diver will support underwater and topside inspections, condition assessments, preparation of inspection reports, and development of maintenance and repair recommendations while working alongside experienced engineers, divers, and inspection team leaders. The position includes a mix of field and office assignments, regional travel, and opportunities to develop specialized expertise in underwater inspection, bridge inspection, and related engineering services.

What You'll Do

Perform waterfront and underwater and topside bridge inspections. Assist in the completion of inspection and assessment reports. Review and interpret plans and design drawings. Document findings and assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports. Support the development of recommendations for maintenance or repairs.

Collaborate with senior engineers/technicians on inspections. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare project deliverables. Communicate effectively with engineering teams and project stakeholders. Actively observe and act in an appropriate manner related to safety. Requires some travel (mostly regional).

Participate in training programs to enhance inspection skills. Other duties may be assigned. *Relocation is available Qualifications: What You Bring to the Team Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited four-year university plus appropriate continuing education. 0-5 years of experience.

Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year. Open water diving experience required. ADCI certification preferred. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus What We Offer Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Professional development support, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities. Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals and technical leaders. A collaborative, growth-oriented environment focused on innovation, technical excellence, and long-term career success.

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