Technical Advisor

About the role

Michael Baker International, Inc. is seeking a dynamic, part-time Technical Advisor to support transportation and business development efforts across the state of Michigan. This role blends deep technical expertise with strategic client engagement to deliver innovative solutions for local Michigan clients and other transportation stakeholders. The Technical Advisor will collaborate with our local staff and regional team to support ongoing contracts, identify new opportunities, and ensure high-quality service delivery tailored to the clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on Michigan specific standards and design
• Conduct quality control reviews
• Lead technical discussions with clients and internal teams
• Advise on alternative solutions to complex technical challenges
• Support business development initiatives, including proposal development and client outreach
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local clients and other regional transportation agencies
• Represent Michael Baker International at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction
• Occasionally travel within Michigan for client meetings and site visits

Requirements

Active Professional Engineer license in state of Michigan

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in transportation consulting or public agency work

Qualifications

Prior experience in the Michigan transportation market

Prior experience participating in engineering industry organizations

Proven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and persuasively

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Business development experience in the transportation sector is a plus

Skills

Expertise in Michigan transportation standards and practices

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) 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

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Part-time position