Michael Baker International is hiring for a variety of Full-Time positions for our Rail & Transit practice. With a hybrid work environment, you will work alongside Engineers and Project Managers in the development of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of mainline, rail-bridge, industrial, yard and terminal projects with various freight and transit clients.
We have available opportunities in Construction Services, Rail Bridge, Rail Track, Planning, and Civil Assignments.
WHO WE ARE
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 4,000 employees across 85 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.
RAIL & TRANSIT PRACTICE
Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
We provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.
DESCRIPTION
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Michael Baker International is hiring for a variety of Full-Time and Internship positions for our Rail & Transit practice. With a hybrid work environment, you will work under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager in the development of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of mainline, industrial, yard and terminal projects with various freight and transit clients.
We have available opportunities in Construction Services, Rail Bridge, Rail Track, Planning, and Civil Assignments.
Additional tasks may include:
- Prepare construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Rail and Bridge Design projects
- Perform horizontal and vertical alignment design calculations
- Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers within large multi-disciplinary design team
- Periodically perform rail or bridge site inspections
- Work closely with professional engineers to execute rail or bridge design tasks
- Prepare structural designs/ analysis, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and load rating calculations
- Perform structural element design calculations
- Review bridge record plans and develop them within CAD
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (obtained or currently pursuing)
- Pursuing Fundamentals of Engineering exam (Passed) and Engineer in Training (EIT) certification are preferred
- Familiarity with various CAD and Microsoft Office programs with the potential ability to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computations, and reports
- Ability to efficiently work independently within a multi-disciplinary team and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
- Excellent analytical skills
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation
- Availability to occasionally travel to other local offices and job site locations
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is variable depending on the applicable role. Expected compensation could range between $60,000 for entry level opportunities to $175,000+ for more experienced or Senior positions. 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 over 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 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Pursuing Fundamentals of Engineering exam / EIT certification
- Familiarity with CAD software
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently within a multi-disciplinary team and prioritize assignments
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation
- Availability to occasionally travel to local offices and job sites
Michael Baker International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country.
