Bridge Engineer (Finance)

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, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Bridge Engineer for our growing Iowa Team! Michael Baker is Making a Difference in the Iowa market and building a team locally. In this role, you'll tackle standard and complex bridge projects and develop innovative and practical solutions for Iowa DOT and other national transportation clients. This role offers the opportunity to perform analysis and inspection of bridges, as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems, all while enjoying a flexible hybrid remote work schedule. If you're passionate about bridges and eager to take on challenging projects, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative and growing team!

This position offers a dynamic schedule with a mix of on-site field work and office/work-from-home. Under the guidance of Engineers, Technical Managers, and Project Managers, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Michael Baker currently does not have an office location in Iowa so this role will be remote until we establish an office space.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform complex structural analysis and prepare design calculations.
• Manage bridge/structural tasks as part of project development, including plan and report production.
• Develop or assist in developing structural details and construction plans using a variety of industry-standard software packages.
• Assist and check design calculations performed by others.
• Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations.
• Develop, establish and maintain relationships with our employees, clients, and other industry-related organizations and stakeholders.
• Supervise and train other structural engineering staff with less experience.
• Successfully interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (traffic, civil, planning, geotechnical, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects.
• Prepare or check 3D bridge models, perform digital delivery or BIM type projects for Iowa DOT or other transportation clients
• Feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping to address some of our nation's most critical infrastructure challenges while building the future of our organization!

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of experience in structural engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in the State of Iowa or ability to obtain in six (6) months
• Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI and other North American design codes
• Solid background and understanding of Structural engineering software packages like: MDX, Leap Concrete, MIDAS, FB Pier
• Experience with Iowa DOT bridge projects is preferred.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $82,605 to $119,275. 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.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.

*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 is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Bridge Engineer for our growing Iowa Team! Michael Baker is Making a Difference in the Iowa market and building a team locally. In this role, you'll tackle standard and complex bridge projects and develop innovative and practical solutions for Iowa DOT and other national transportation clients. This role offers the opportunity to perform analysis and inspection of bridges, as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems, all while enjoying a flexible hybrid remote work schedule. If you're passionate about bridges and eager to take on challenging projects, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative and growing team!