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Supported by more than 3,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.
Michael Baker International is seeking a highly-motivated Bridge Engineer in support of our growing bridge practice within Illinois in our Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate will be able to contribute on conventional and complex bridge and structure design, load ratings, and bridge inspections. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare quantity and cost estimate calculations
- Perform bridge design duties under the supervision of a licensed Structural Engineer
- Prepare and update engineering calculations to be used in design reports and final design
- Assist with plan preparation of structure plans, or any other task associated with contract documents
- Demonstrate intermediate skill using various CAD and Microsoft Office programs to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computation, and reports
- Review shop drawings for conformance with contract plans
- Assist with bridge inspections and assessments
- Assist in creating structural analysis and parametric models for bridge design projects
- Assist with preparation for client and project meetings
- Help integrate three-dimensional modeling within the larger BIM process for bridge design
- Occasionally work on-site with clients under the direction of an Inspection Team Leader or Professional Engineer
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering from ABET Accredited University focusing on structures
- 4-6 years of bridge design, analysis, inspection, load rating experience
- Strong technical skills and communication skills
- Computer skills desired include MicroStation, Open Bridge Designer, Finite Element Software, Bridge Design Software, Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with AASHTO, IDOT, and ISHTA design and construction standards preferred
- PE License.
- Master's degree preferred.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $79,428- $114,688. 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.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 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
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.
