Entry Level Bridge & Tunnel Engineer

Job Description

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.

Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is actively seeking an Entry Level Bridge & Tunnel Engineer to join our Waltham team. The position includes inspection, reporting, manual development, load rating, and rehabilitation design of bridges and tunnels throughout Massachusetts and nationwide.

This position offers a dynamic schedule with a mix of on-site field work and office / work-from-home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will assist nationally certified bridge and tunnel inspection team leaders in performing safety inspections of in-service structures and produce inspection reports following Federal Highway Administration National Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Standards.

In addition, the successful candidate will assist in producing load ratings, rehabilitation recommendations and design as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil and / or Structural Engineering with a focus on bridges or structures From an ABET-accredited university or college
• 0 - 2 years of experience.
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to quality, and accuracy.
• Ability to prepare quantity calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and be able to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate.
• Able to work in loud environments, heights, and confined spaces. Work is performed from the ground, ladders, boats, man-lifts, or under bridge inspection equipment.
• Commitment to personal safety and the safety of their fellow team members.
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and other equipment necessary.
• Ability to effectively document and communicate observed conditions using sound engineering judgement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (excel, word, ect.), AutoCAD and BlueBeam.
• Ability to work independently upon receiving direction and technical guidance from senior staff.
• Enthusiastic towards helping address some of our nation's most critical infrastructure challenges while building the future of our organization!

PREFERRED :

• EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months, preferred
• Previous experience with the inspection, load rating or design of bridges and or / tunnels.
• Experience with AASHTOware BrR, StAAD Pro, MDX, CSI Bridge, MathCAD, and other structural analysis software.
• Taken the FHWA / NHI Bridge and / or Tunnel Safety Inspection courses.

COMPENSATION :

The approximate compensation range for this position is $69,560 to $95,880. 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.

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 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 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 is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.