About Us

OceanCore Marine Engineering (OCME) is a one-of-a-kind, industry-leading engineering consulting firm that specializes in waterfront infrastructure in ocean and inland waterway environments. The firm’s focus on delivering exemplary design services and underwater inspections differentiates OceanCore among the firm’s Federal, State, and private clients.

OCME's reputation of “getting it done” for our valued clients is evidenced in our consistent track record of exceptional performance ratings.

Title: President

William Jeff Thomas, PE, BC. PE, BC. OE

As an industry expert, William serves in leadership roles on national engineering committees that write standards for professional practitioners.

Title: Chief Engineer

John W. Lucas, PE, BC. PE, BC. CE

With an impressive 50+ years of experience, John has been involved in the design of over $100 million in waterfront infrastructure improvements for the federal government as both project manager and peer reviewer.

Title: Principal Engineer

Eric D. Samuel, PE, SE

Eric Samuel is a professional structural engineer dedicated to innovation, mentorship, and a passion for waterfront engineering with a diverse range of projects on structures ranging from dry docks to floating docks.

Title: Senior Consultant

Robert P. Hunter, PE, BC. PE, BC. OE

Robert Hunter's 30+ year career in civil/structural engineering has focused on underwater and above water inspection and associated design of maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, modernization, and replacement of waterfront/marine structures throughout the world.

We are ready to help you with your project.