Senior Structural Engineer - Technical Manager

About the role

The Senior Structural Engineer – Technical Manager II position is a key leadership opportunity within Michael Baker International's National Integrated Design & Advisory (IDA) team in San Diego, CA. This role involves leading a team of structural engineers, EITs, and designers, providing technical expertise and oversight across a diverse portfolio of building projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of complex structural design deliverables, including studies, calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) as required; perform design checks, internal technical reviews (ITRs), and quality control of team deliverables.
• Provide clear direction, redlines, and technical guidance to EITs and BIM designers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including defining scope, developing man-hour estimates, and ensuring adherence to MBI standards and protocols.
• Support construction activities by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and addressing field issues and corrective actions.
• Collaborate across disciplines and project teams, participating in meetings, tracking action items, and ensuring effective communication.
• Engage with clients to support project delivery and contribute to business development efforts; build strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Conduct periodic site visits to document findings and support project oversight.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship, technical oversight, and performance feedback to less experienced staff.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work to ensure quality standards, deadlines, and project requirements are consistently met.
• Support staff development, utilization, and succession planning in partnership with leadership and Human Resources.
• Contribute to department operations, including budgeting, resource planning, and business development initiatives.
• Stay current with industry trends and participate in internal and external professional development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural, Architectural, or Civil Engineering.
• 12+ years of relevant experience (a master’s degree may substitute for 1–2 years of experience).
• Minimum of 5 years licensure as Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of California (SE preferred).
• Proficiency with RAM SS, RISA 3D, ETABS, Revit, Enercalc, Microsoft Excel, and MS Office Suite.
• Experience with seismic design for new construction and seismic evaluation of existing buildings.
• Strong verbal, written, and technical communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams and interface with clients.
• Available for periodic travel.

Skills

• Strong technical expertise in structural engineering.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of structural design codes and industry best practices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits

Pay

The approximate compensation range for this position is $120,097 to $208,053 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Schedule

Full-time position available.

Michael Baker International

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.