Civil Engineer - Bridge Design

What We're Looking For

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated Bridge Design Engineer in support of our growing Philadelphia Bridge Practice. The ideal candidate will be able to perform conventional and complex bridge and structure designs, and load ratings.

What You'll Do

• Perform complex structural analysis and prepare design calculations using Midas, AASHTOWare Bridge Rating, STAAD, and other similar software tools
• Develop structural details and construction plans using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and ORD
• Assist and check design calculations performed by others
• Prepare geometric layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations
• Able to coordinate and communicate with other disciplines effectively
• Adhere to scope, schedule and budget for structure tasks
• Support bridge and structure proposal development through strong technical writing
• Build and maintain critical relationships within the organization and with clients such as PennDOT, PTC, City of Philadelphia, DRPA, New Jersey Department of Transportation, New Jersey Turnpike Authority and the Port Authority of NY and NJ

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 5+ years of bridge related design experience
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structures is desired
• PE license in PA and/or NJ. NY a plus
• Understanding of AASHTO LRFD design and complex structural analysis software such Midas including and CSi Bridge is required
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation is also required
• Experience with road and/or rail bridge rehabilitation design, seismic analysis, and rating analysis is desired
• Additional transportation/infrastructure agencies located in the Northeast is also a plus
• Project involvement with multiple disciplines such as roadway, drainage, geotechnical, environmental
• Strong written and verbal communications, excellent organizational skills and strong design skills with a willingness to help with proposal efforts

About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.