Senior Bridge Engineer

at  Michael Baker International

JOB DESCRIPTIONBRIDGE 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 Senior Bridge Engineer to join our team. This position is based in Chicago, IL, with the option of working hybrid (2 days in office required) and will be focused on people management, project design, and project management. Under the guidance of the Structural Department Manager, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of high visibility projects.

Duties will consist of the following:

• Coordinates tasks and project schedules
• Maintains discipline schedules and budgets
• May be responsible for teaching educational courses
• May serve as the discipline lead or task lead responsible for all facets of the task or discipline of the project
• Performs cross-discipline coordination with other service lines on multi-disciplinary projects
• Performs detailed technical peer reviews
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives; attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training
• Verifying that quality standards and project deadlines are met
• Maintaining client satisfaction
• Oversight of project safety Health and Safety Plan
• Direct coordination with the client’s Project Representatives
• Providing regular status reports to Structural Department Manager

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering
• Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Structural Engineer (S. E.) license preferred
• 6+ years of related experience
• Experience with Illinois bridge design and maintenance policies and procedures
• Complex bridge analysis and design using finite element software
• Possess excellent client skills and ability to enhance and develop solid client relationships
• Involvement with industry and professional organizations
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting to support and lead projects and assignments
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel) etc., and familiarity and experience with computer-aided bridge design and analysis tools, including finite element and bridge load rating tools.

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.

• Coordinates tasks and project schedules
• Maintains discipline schedules and budgets
• May be responsible for teaching educational courses
• May serve as the discipline lead or task lead responsible for all facets of the task or discipline of the project
• Performs cross-discipline coordination with other service lines on multi-disciplinary projects
• Performs detailed technical peer reviews
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives; attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training
• Verifying that quality standards and project deadlines are met
• Maintaining client satisfaction
• Oversight of project safety Health and Safety Plan
• Direct coordination with the client’s Project Representatives
• Providing regular status reports to Structural Department Manage