You Belong at Baird

At W.F. Baird, you’re never just a number, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, ideas, and growth. For 40+ years, we have combined the stability of an established and trusted firm with the creativity of a niche engineering company, working where water meets land to design and deliver solutions that protect coastlines, strengthen ports, restore ecosystems, and more.

With offices across North America, the Caribbean, South America, and Australia, we offer global impact with a welcoming, people first culture. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, room to grow, and the chance to make waves alongside other talented people who share your passion.

The Opportunity

Senior Marine/Coastal Engineer - London / South Coast UK / Remote (Baird London Ltd)

Full-Time | Global Engineering Environment | Career Opportunity

Join Our Team as a Senior Marine/Coastal Engineer

Baird is continuing to strengthen its presence in the UK as part of its broader growth across the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region, focusing on innovative solutions for ports, marine infrastructure, and coastal engineering.

We are interested in speaking with experienced Senior Marine / Coastal Engineers who can contribute to both technical delivery and client-facing activities, supporting the ongoing development of our UK and regional portfolio.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse international project base while contributing to the continued growth of Baird's presence in the UK and the broader EMEA region.

What You Will Do

• Lead and deliver complex marine and coastal engineering projects.
• Provide technical expertise in areas such as port design, coastal protection, and marine infrastructure.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Support business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and preparing proposals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Bring

• We are particularly interested in candidates who meet the following criteria:
• Experience: A senior engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience in ports, marine infrastructure, or coastal engineering.
• Consulting Experience: Proven track record delivering projects within a consulting environment, including effective engagement with clients.
• Technical Expertise: Strong technical skills in marine and coastal engineering, including design, analysis, and project management.
• Business Development: Experience contributing to proposals, developing client relationships, identifying and supporting the pursuit of new opportunities.
• Growth Mindset: Interest in contributing to the continued development of Baird’s presence in the UK and broader EMEA region.

To be considered, you must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support work permit applications now or in the future.

We are committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.