About The Role

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 six 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.

What We’re Looking For

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly-motivated Bridge Engineer in support of our growing bridge practice within Indiana in our Indianapolis, IN office. The ideal candidate will be able to perform conventional and complex bridge and structure designs, load ratings, and bridge inspections as well as enjoy involvement in the development and teaching of state-of-the-art bridge training material.

What You’ll Do

Performing and managing structure tasks on conventional and complex multi-discipline projects from design through construction
Performing and managing structure load ratings on conventional and complex bridges using hand calculations through finite element methods
Strong technical ability able to lead, perform, and check bridge and structure designs to ensure accuracy with design codes and client requirements
Ability to coordinate and communicate with other disciplines effectively
Development of and adherence to scope, schedule and budget for structure tasks
Ability to support bridge and structure proposal development through strong technical writing
Ability to develop creative and innovative cost saving modifications to conventional designs through construction/value engineering opportunities
Ability to lead bridge inspections
Ability to develop and teach bridge design training courses and reference manuals

What You Need to Succeed

Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering from ABET Accredited University
Masters of Science in Structural Engineering a plus
5+ years of bridge design, analysis, and training material development/teaching
Indiana P.E. or ability to obtain within 6 months
Expert with finite element software and other bridge design software
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Certified Bridge Safety Inspection (CBSI) preferred.
Fracture Critical Inspection certification preferred.
This position does not offer sponsorship.

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $78,000 to $128,000. 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.