Job Description

This outstanding opportunity at Michael Baker International is crafted for a motivated Lead Bridge & Tunnel Engineer to lead our engineering projects nationwide. The role includes safety inspections of bridges and tunnels, documentation, manual development, load rating, and rehabilitation design.

Remote or Hybrid working arrangement is available from our Waltham office - This position offers the exceptional opportunity to mentor junior engineers and contribute to top-notch infrastructure.

What You'll be Doing:

· Lead and Innovate: Take charge of safety inspections for bridges and tunnels by ensuring they meet Federal Highway Administration National Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Standards.

· Collaborate and Coordinate: Develop close working relationships with state and local agencies, vendors, and team members to schedule inspections, manage traffic closures, and uphold meticulous documentation.

· Deliver Excellence: Produce and review detailed inspection reports, ensuring timely submission for FHWA compliance.

· Design and Develop: Perform load ratings, manual development, and rehabilitation design for a variety of structures.

· Complete and Implement: Support in determining the scope of new projects, developing budgets and timelines, ensuring quality standards, and preparing client submission documents.

· Technical Expertise: Read and interpret plans, specifications, and other contract documents with precision.

· Hands-On Work: Operate various types of inspection equipment and use hand tools, ladders, and other necessary equipment.

· Communicate Findings: Document and communicate observed conditions using sound engineering judgment.

· Independent and Mentored Work: Take ownership of assignments and receive technical mentorship.

· Dedication to Excellence: Show dedication to quality, accuracy, safety, and efficiency in all tasks.

· Broad Impact: Independently evaluate and apply standard engineering techniques and criteria across a wide range of assignments.

What You Need to Succeed:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with a focus on bridges/structures from an ABET-accredited institution, or equivalent experience.

· A minimum of 5-8+ years of relevant inspection-focused experience.

· An active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

· Proficiency with MassDOT Bridge Inspection Management System (4D), MassDOT Tunnel Inspection Handbook (2018), and MassDOT Bridge Inspection Handbook (2015/2019).

· Knowledge of Non-Destructive testing methods.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· A valid driver’s license and the ability to acquire a DOT Medical Certificate.

· Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and BlueBeam.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Nationally certified bridge and tunnel inspection team leader.

· Experience in inspection, load rating, or design of bridges/tunnels.

· Proficiency with AASHTOware BrR, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSI Bridge, MathCAD, and other structural analysis software.

· Ability to manage bridge/structural tasks in project development, including plan and report production.

· Experience developing structural details and construction plans using industry-standard software.

· Enthusiastic about addressing critical infrastructure challenges and contributing to our organization's future.

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $120,000-$160,000. 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.

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