Water Resources Engineer

2 months ago

Chicago, United States Michael Baker International Full time
Job Description

WATER RESOURCES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle. We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is actively seeking a Water Resources Engineer to join our growing Water Practice in Chicago, IL. Michael Baker provides a flexible work environment with a balance mix of office and home work. You'll be a part of our team of talented engineers working on a variety of water and stormwater infrastructure projects that include planning and design. Responsibilities will include the following:
  • Planning studies, analyses and preliminary engineering efforts. Develop engineering reports and technical memoranda. Perform hydraulic modeling.
  • Prepare design calculations, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Research products and materials and conduct technical evaluations.
  • Preparation of quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates, etc.
  • Participate in field visits and investigations.
  • Participate in client meetings, meeting preparation and presentations.
  • Assist with technical proposals during the pursuit of key projects.
  • Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (cost estimators, GIS, designers, surveyors, and other engineers).
  • Work with internal and external engineering teams in the design, quality reviews, and development of preliminary and final design plans and details
  • Work with senior Project Engineers and Managers who will guide you in the development of project documents.
  • Assign tasks to lower-level design personnel, provide technical guidance, and review completed assignments for accuracy
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
  • Have 6-10 years of increasingly-responsible, professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water resources projects
  • Self-starter interested in working on a variety of projects supporting the Water Group.
  • Have excellent technical writing and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation.
  • Possess an Illinois P.E. license (or able to obtain a reciprocal Illinois P.E. license immediately).
  • Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required
  • Experience with H&H models
  • Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation and GIS is highly desired
COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $90,558 to $130,743. 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.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 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


About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

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