Bridge Engineer II

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 7 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.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International's Denver Bridge Team is seeking a Bridge Engineer II to join our team!

Under limited supervision, plans, designs and analyzes data on civil engineering projects such as bridges, retaining walls, tunnels, dams and drainage structures.

Primary responsibilities include working in a team environment, developing high quality structural designs, preparation of contract documents, and contribute to client management.

This position will provide task level responsibility on transportation projects.

These will include:


* Provide analysis and design for new highway, rail & pedestrian bridge structures.


* Prepare construction drawings, project special provisions and structure selection reports.


* Design transportation related structures including retaining walls, underground vaults and culverts.


* Perform analysis and load rating of structures using multiple software packages including CSI Bridge, SAP2000, MIDAS, LEAP, MDX, LPile and AAHSTOWare.


* Support the advancement of project design teams with mentoring and direction of younger engineers and technicians


* Support business development with preliminary design concepts, and site assessments as needed


* Visit work sites as needed.


* Communicates with supervisor and clients regarding project issues.


* Maintain task budgets and schedules.


* Willingness to travel up to 25%.


* Other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS


* Bachelor's degree (BS) in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited university


* Minimum 6 years of experience.

A Master's degree can be substituted for 1-2 years of experience.


* Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado
+ Knowledge of CDOT Bridge Design manuals and design standards
+ Project Management Experience is a plus


* Working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD design code


* Experience with CSI Bridge or MIDAS (or equivalent structural analysis software), and Finite Element Modeling a plus


* Proficient in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD


* Demonstrate initiative and attention to detail and accuracy


* Self-motivated individual with strong written and verbal communication skills

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $94,000 - $135,000.

This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Actual c...