Bridge Project Engineer

Job Description

BRIDGE PRACTICE
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.

Michael Baker International's Baltimore Bridge practice brings together deep regional knowledge, technical rigor, and hands-on delivery experience to address bridge design, inspection, rehabilitation, load rating, construction-phase, and preservation challenges throughout Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic. We currently support SHA, MDTA, MTA, FHWA, CSX, and other public-sector clients, spanning across highway and rail infrastructure. This local bridge practice is further strengthened by Michael Baker International's national bridge capabilities, including the firm's recognized experience with a full spectrum of bridge types-from routine structure replacements to complex river crossings, trusses, arches, box girders, and cable-stayed bridges.

What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International's Baltimore office is growing and seeking a Bridge Project Engineer (PE) to join our dynamic team. You'll collaborate with industry-leading professionals, contribute to a diverse portfolio of bridge projects, and help deliver innovative engineering solutions that shape our communities.
We offer a collaborative culture, meaningful project opportunities, and a clear path for professional growth and career advancement.

What You'll Do:
• Inspection and Assessment: Perform bridge inspections, compile thorough inspection reports, and complete load rating assessments for both simple and complex bridge structures.
• Structural Analysis and Design: Perform structural analyses and prepare comprehensive design calculations for bridges and related transportation infrastructure.
• Project Documentation: Develop detailed contract drawings, technical specifications, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and study reports.
• Team Collaboration and Delivery: Collaborate with interdisciplinary design teams to support project delivery on schedule and within budget.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor entry-level engineers and lead assigned task orders efficiently and effectively.

What You Need to Succeed:
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, with a concentration in bridges or structures, from an ABET-accredited university
• 4+ years of experience in bridge inspection, design, structural analysis, or related transportation infrastructure work
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Maryland, or ability to obtain licensure within two months of employment
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software, such as Merlin-DASH, OpenBridge Designer, STAAD Pro, and AASHTOWare BrR
• Working knowledge of applicable design codes, including AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation, ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, AISC Steel Construction Manual, and AREMA - Manual for Railway Engineering
• Experience with structural analysis and design of steel, reinforced concrete, and prestressed concrete structures
• Familiarity with SHA, MDTA, MTA, and VDOT design and construction standards
• NHI two-week bridge inspection certification required
• NHI Bridge Inspection for Nonredundant Steel Tension Members certification preferred

Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. 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.

Why Choose Us:
• 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

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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 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.


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*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.