Bridge Engineers

$103,000 - $162,000/Yr

Jobs For Humanity - Lakewood, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Lakewood, CO

1,001-5,000 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated Bridge Engineer to join their team. This role involves planning, designing, and analyzing civil engineering projects, particularly focusing on bridges and related structures. The engineer will work collaboratively in a team environment to develop high-quality structural designs, prepare contract documents, and contribute to client management, all while ensuring adherence to project budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and design for new highway, rail & pedestrian bridge structures.
• Prepare construction drawings, project special provisions, and structure selection reports.
• Design transportation-related structures including retaining walls, underground vaults, and culverts.
• Perform analysis and load rating of structures using multiple software packages including CSI Bridge, SAP2000, MIDAS, LEAP, MDX, LPile, and AAHSTOWare.
• Support the advancement of project design teams with mentoring and direction of younger engineers and technicians.
• Support business development with preliminary design concepts and site assessments as needed.
• Visit work sites as needed.
• Communicate with supervisor and clients regarding project issues.
• Maintain task budgets and schedules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 8 years of experience; a Master's degree can substitute for 1-2 years of experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado.
• Knowledge of CDOT Bridge Design manuals and design standards.
• Project Management Experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD design code.
• Experience with CSI Bridge or MIDAS (or equivalent structural analysis software), and Finite Element Modeling is a plus.
• Proficient in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Demonstrate initiative and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated individual with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management Experience
• Experience with Finite Element Modeling

Benefits

• 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