Lead Rail Bridge Engineer at Michael Baker International in Moon Township, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering, development, intelligence and technology solutions with global reach and mobility. The firm offers a comprehensive range of innovative services and solutions in support of federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of private development and commercial clients. Michael Baker International’s focus is on the safety and security of people across the world through planning and engineering improvements to infrastructure and the environment, and through protection of our quality of life and freedom in support of national and international security. With more than $1 billion in annual revenue, Michael Baker International has more than 5,000 employees in over 80 offices located across the U.S. and internationally, and is ranked as the 26th largest design firm in the U.S. by Engineering News Record (ENR).
Michael Baker International’s Mission is to make a difference by providing innovative solutions to sustain the future and further the safety, security and quality of life for people across the globe by providing the highest level of expertise, unmatched quality and effective project teams for a diverse range of projects and clients.
Michael Baker International offers excellent benefit packages that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Additional Paid Time Off, Flex-Time, 401-K Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Credit Union. To learn more, please visit us on the web at www.mbakerintl.com . Michael Baker International is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran/e-Verify Employer

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 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. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/ .

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 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.

In addition, 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 5 by Engineering News-Record in its 2020 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 is seeking a talented Bridge Engineer with a specialization in railroad bridge design and rehabilitation to help make a difference in our Moon Township, Pennsylvania office. The successful candidate will demonstrate significant and continuous rail experience and will work within this office's Bridge Practice in support of the Rail and Transit Practice having the opportunity to lead, establish and grow the Rail and Transit Team in the Moon location.

Responsibilities will include:

• Railroad bridge design and detailing tasks incorporating AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering practices
• Design of highway bridges incorporating practices of various DOT's and AASHTO LRFD Specifications
• Structural analysis and preparation of structural engineering calculations
• Bridge evaluations including inspections and load ratings
• Engineering investigations including feasibility and type studies with cost and risk analysis
• Use of advanced bridge analysis/design software including LEAP Products, MDX, MIDAS, etc.
• Preparation of construction plans using Microstation
• Preparation of construction specifications
• Review of shop drawings
• Management of project deadlines for on-time submittals
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with clients

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering, required
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering, preferred
• 8 years of experience in bridge design and rehabilitation with a railroad specialization
• Experience with Freight Railroad bridge design strongly preferred
• PA PE license required or ability to obtain
• Strong bridge technical experience with ability to complete projects on time and within budget
• Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges
• Experience with PennDOT bridge projects is a plus
• Experience with new bridge projects and bridge rehabilitation projects
• Experience in Task Management
• Experience with office software and structural design/analysis software - Word, Excel, Powerpoint , MIDAS, MathCad, Microstation, AutoCAD, etc.

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT

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.