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.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a position for a full time Geotechnical Associate to join our New Jersey operation. The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures, and principles on a variety of civil and geotechnical engineering projects while supporting our project teams and client base that we service on a local and national basis.  Projects can span all major areas within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Federal, and Commercial market sectors. 

General description of work activities includes, but not limited to:

Have a profound understanding of geotechnical and foundation engineering theory and practice Demonstrate experience in design and analysis of transportation and infrastructure projects Evaluate geotechnical reports provided by our clients, determine engineering properties and provide foundation recommendations Prepare and/or manage geotechnical field exploration and external laboratory testing programs Maintain a high level of excellence regarding Health, Safety and Environmental for colleagues and our clients Prepare and/or review geotechnical reports detailing subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, construction monitoring and quality assurance/control phases of work and other field / laboratory studies Perform and/or direct others with analyses for design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization systems Conducts site visits, perform construction monitoring, and attend client meetings Satisfy project requirements by ensuring that quality standards and deadlines are met Other duties as assigned by management 

The engineer position shall have the following additional responsibilities:

Communicate with clients regarding project issues, project controls and attends meetings Prepare scope of work and cost estimates for proposals Assists with marketing and business development efforts

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

BS degree in Civil Engineering 0-4 years of experience in geotechnical design and field work Strong analytical and technical report writing skills, including numerical analysis as well as spreadsheet Ability to be self-motivated and to research and troubleshoot problems as they arise MS degree in Civil Engineering with concentration in geotechnical engineering is desirable EIT license is desirable, or ability to take the exam and pass within 1 year Proficient geotechnical related commercial software

COMPENSATION 

The approximate compensation range for this position is $74,171 to $107,060. 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.