Requisition ID: ******
Job Category: Infrastructure
Location: Santiago, Santiago Province, Chile
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change.
With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate.
With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional?
We look forward to hearing from you.
Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water.
Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities?
Then the infrastructure team is for you!
Our global infrastructure expertise spans ports, rail and transit, aviation, highways and bridges, as well as planning, advisory, tunnels, and water.
Building on a strong track record in coastal engineering, we are looking to further grow this capability by welcoming a driven and forward-thinking Senior Coastal Engineer to our Ports and Terminals team, based in Santiago, Chile.
You will join a dynamic and expanding team working across a diverse coastal project portfolio, including coastal structure design, metocean assessment and numerical modelling, port and marine infrastructure inputs, dredging, climate adaptation planning, and coastal management.
We are seeking a passionate coastal specialist who is eager to take ownership, contribute to technically challenging projects, and play a key role in shaping and expanding our coastal offering in the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on innovation, collaboration,



and making a tangible impact on complex coastal environments.
As a Successful Candidate, You Will Be
Specialized in the field of coastal processes and engineering
Passionate about driving technical excellence within Ports and Coastal engineering
An exceptional communicator
A collaborative worker who thinks laterally and innovatively to solve problems
Driven and achievement orientated
Someone who finds satisfaction in creating positive change
You Bring To The Role
Relevant qualifications e.g. a master's degree in Coastal Engineering or similar such as Ingeniería Civil Oceánica, Ingeniería Civil Construcción (con posgrado en el área marítimo-portuaria)
A commitment to professional development and remaining up to date with the latest advancements and guidance in coastal engineering and science
Minimum 10 years of experience in the planning and design of coastal infrastructure, with 15+ years preferable
Professional Registration with the relevant engineering council within your country
Intricate knowledge of coastal processes modelling (using Delft3D and/or Mike) and oversight of modelling work.
Familiarity with relevant international codes and standards in the marine and coastal environment
Experience in management of data acquisition campaigns, including hydrographic, metocean, meteorological data sets.
Data analysis and manipulation skills for relevant data sets within the Ports and Coastal field.
Leading coastal design packages within inter-disciplinary project teams




Business development and networking skills
Project management capabilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills (Spanish and English)
Willingness to collaborate and work within a team environment
Project team leadership and resource management skills
Technical reviews and verification of others' designs
A passion and drive to make a real difference
Other Desirable Attributes
Physical modelling experience
Experience in dredging design
Experience in coastal adaptation planning and design
Understanding of onsite coastal construction
Track record in project delivery of complex coastal projects
Team leadership and resource management experience
Why Hatch?
At Hatch, you'll collaborate with a high-performing integral team of recognized experts, delivering impactful solutions for leading, world-class clients.
You'll be part of an organization that actively invests in your growth, promotes a culture of continuous improvement, and encourages innovative thinking at every level.
Our Coastal Engineers are fully integrated within the Ports and Terminals team, working closely alongside civil and geotechnical specialists in a genuinely multidisciplinary environment.
This provides exposure to a wide variety of complex, large-scale projects worldwide, including major port and marine infrastructure developments—offering both technical depth and the opportunity to broaden your experience across disciplines.
You Will Have Opportunities To
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
Work in a flexible framework and environment
Attend networking events, opportunities and activities
Travel to and work in other locations.
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📌 Senior Coastal Engineer (Ing. Civil Oceánica) (Santiago)
🏢 Hatch
📍 Santiago