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Civil Associate, Bridge/Structural Design

Michael Baker International
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Dec 2025
💰 $95,000/yr($72,000/yr$95,000/yr)

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 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 to hire a full-time entry level Civil Associate, Bridge/Structural Design to support our Hamilton, NJ office. In this role, you will work on complex bridge projects and develop innovative, practical solutions to various bridge design work for NJDOT, NJTA, PANYNJ, municipalities, and other clients. You will perform design and analysis as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems and components. As a Civil Associate on our Bridge/Structural team, you will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform complex structural analysis and prepare design calculations using Midas, AASHTOWare Bridge Rating, STAAD, and other similar software tools.
  • Develop structural details and construction plans using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
  • Assist and check design calculations performed by others.
  • Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations.
  • Perform bridge and other structure condition inspections and prepare inspection reports as needed.
  • Successfully interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (highway, traffic, civil, planning, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis required.
  • 0 - 2 years of experience.
  • EIT certificate preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • Familiar with structural design software and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
  • Knowledge of NJDOT and/or NJTA standards for design, plan development and ratings is desired.
  • Microsoft Office Suite along with industry standard bridge design and analysis software including MicroStation and AutoCAD. 

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $72,000- $95,000 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. 

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, creed, age, gende

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