Job Description 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 Seven 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.
Our bridge teams collaborate nationwide to design and build innovative structures that serve as the backbone of our nation's infrastructure for the millions of people who safely travel across them each day.
DESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented field
Bridge Associate (Inspection) for our CTDOT Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Team in
Rocky Hill, CT . In this role, you'll tackle the inspection of complex bridges, tunnels, and overhead sign structures. This role may offer the opportunity to perform analysis, as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems. This position offers a dynamic schedule with a mix of on-site field work and office work with other team members. Under the guidance of Engineers, Technical Managers, and Project Managers, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects.
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!
What You'll Do: - Inspection Assistant Team Leader : Assist inspection Team Leaders during field inspections to determine the structural condition of bridges and other structures
- Inspection Reports: Write technical inspection reports and review the work of other staff
- CAD Drawings : Assist with the preparation of CAD drawings needed for bridge and highway projects, as needed
- Bridge Structural Analysis : Assist with the structural analysis of bridges and other structures, as needed
- Manage Schedules and Budgets: Assist Project Managers with meeting project deliverables and budgets
- Relationship Building : Build and maintain strong connections with employees, clients, and other collaborators to achieve remarkable results
- Assist with other design and analysis tasks, reports, and other supporting documentation associated with various bridge projects
- Other duties as assigned
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS - BS Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university required
- 0 - 2 years of relevant experience
- EIT certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months required
- Familiarity with various software packages such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, MathCAD, Microsoft Office, AASHTOWare BrR/BrD, MIDAS, and LARSA
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and other contract documents
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Commitment to quality, accuracy, safety, and efficiency
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
- Capable of working at heights, in confined spaces, able to use ladders, and work alongside live traffic
- Safety conscious and responsible for personal and team safety
- Able to use hand tools other equipment necessary for bridges evaluation
- Hold a valid driver's license and can obtain a DOT Medical Certificate for operating bucket trucks and company vehicles
- Available for night and weekend work as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - OSHA training
- First Aid training
COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $65,859- $95,084 per year. 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
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 85 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 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.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
