Rail Bridge Associate

ABOUT US

Michael Baker International is a global leader in Engineering, Architecture and Consulting professionals dedicated to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the world’s infrastructure and environmental challenges. Supported by more than 3,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. We partner with clients on projects for roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, airports, 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.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Rail Bridge Associate to join our team. In this position you will work under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager in the development of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of mainline, industrial, yard and terminal projects with various freight and transit clients. The Rail Bridge Associate’s tasks include the design of horizontal and vertical rail alignments, design of track roadbed grading and the development of cross sections, assisting with overall preparation of rail plans and development of quantities. 

This position will also be involved with bridge plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Civil Associate tasks vary from designing superstructure replacements and rehabilitations, designing retaining walls and substructures, and assisting with overall preparation of structure plans and development of quantities. Your tasks may also include field inspection work for the purposes of structure ratings and plan development. 

Additional tasks may include:

• Prepare construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Rail and Bridge Design projects
• Perform horizontal and vertical alignment design calculations
• Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers within large multi-disciplinary design team
• Periodically perform rail or bridge site inspections
• Work closely with professional engineers to execute rail or bridge design tasks
• Prepare structural designs/ analysis, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and load rating calculations
• Perform structural element design calculations
• Review bridge record plans and develop them within CAD

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Pursuing Fundamentals of Engineering exam
• 0-2 years of engineering experience; rail or bridge experience/ interest preferred
• Proficiency with CAD (MicroStation & AutoCAD), Microsoft Office; InRoads/ InRail/ OpenRail experience is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation
• Strong interest in railroad design
• Desire to obtain PE
• Availability to occasionally travel to other local offices and job site locations

WHAT WOULD MAKE ME STAND OUT AS A CANDIDATE?

• Play an integral part in preparation of construction plans, specifications and cost estimates for rail designs
• Possess high initiative and demonstrate a proactive, collaborative approach to project development with project team members, clients, contractors and review agencies

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $57,569- $94,989 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 

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 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly