Bridge Engineer

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 seeks a highly motivated Bridge Engineer to support our growing bridge practice in Arkansas. The ideal candidate can sit in Little Rock, Bentonville or Fayetteville and will be focused on executing technical work and providing technical excellence within the Bridge Department. The Bridge Engineer will work on bridge projects and develop innovative, practical solutions to various bridge design, load rating, and inspection work. In this role you will also perform design and analysis as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems and components. Responsibilities include:

• Perform complex structural analysis and prepare design calculations
• Develop or assist in developing structural details and construction plans using a variety of industry standard software packages.
• Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations.
• Successfully interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (traffic, civil, planning, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects

This position provides a great opportunity to work on interesting, multi-discipline projects, increase your industry knowledge and experience, and advance your career with an experienced, growing team with room for leadership.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with 4+ years of bridge-related design experience. Masters degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structures is desired.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Arkansas, or the ability to obtain an Arkansas PE license
• Familiarity with MicroStation is preferred.
• Familiarity with ARDOT project processes and standards is highly desired.
• Project involvement with multiple disciplines such as roadway, drainage, geotechnical, environmental, etc.
• Must have strong written and verbal communications, excellent organizational skills and strong design skills.

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