Railroad Bridge Engineer - Full-time / Part-time

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a global leader in Engineering, Architecture and Consulting services dedicated to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the world’s infrastructure and environmental challenges. Supported by more than 6,000 employees in 90 offices worldwide, we provide a full continuum of life-cycle engineering consulting, specialized global construction, base operations, Green Infrastructure, security management and intelligence solutions.

RAILROAD & TRANSIT PRACTICE

Whether moving people or freight, solutions applied to address current and future transport needs will be framed by energy prices, the choices made by today’s younger generation to forego auto ownership and live in urban areas, and growing sustainability and environmental concerns. Michael Baker International’s approach to helping rail and transit clients meet these challenges is changing as well, with the focus on developing more viable solutions for planning, designing, constructing, operating, financing and sustaining a modern mobility infrastructure that leverage the ever-evolving world of technology. Michael Baker International’s professionals provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as partners to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success. Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 25 rail & transit design firm, Michael Baker International has the expertise to deliver modern infrastructure systems with a budget conscious approach.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Railroad Bridge Engineer to join our Chicago, IL location. A strong candidate would be a talented project structural engineer with a specialization in bridge design and rehabilitation, preferably with railroad specific bridge design and rehabilitation. The successful candidate will work with other offices on transportation and railroad projects for various Class I railroads, transit agencies and DOTs. Responsibilities will include:

· Railroad bridge design and detailing tasks incorporating AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering practices

· Design of highway bridges incorporating IDOT and CDOT practices 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 Engineering; Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred

· 6-8 years of related experience in bridge design; a Master’s Degree can be substituted for 1-2 years of experience

· Illinois PE license; candidates with PE/SE license preferred

· Strong bridge technical experience with the ability to complete projects on time and within budget

· Experience with Norfolk Southern Railroad bridge design strongly preferred

· Experience with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges

· Experience with IDOT and Illinois Tollway 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.