Bridge Engineer

Job Description
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 Seven 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 International is seeking a bridge engineer with software development skills to join the team in our Moon Township, PA office. This is a great opportunity with career growth potential and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects. The engineer/developer will be part of Michael Baker's Bridge Software Department. This department has been applying computer technology to bridge professions for over 30 years, using bridge engineering experience combined with a wide range of programming skills.

This position will be responsible for utilizing a combination of bridge engineering skills and software development skills. This position operates under the direct supervision of registered Professional Engineers and requires expertise in both bridge engineering and software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering guidance during software development.
• Verify and validate software outputs.
• Assist in debugging and documenting code.
• Develop and maintain design examples and test cases for software verification.
• Offer comprehensive engineering guidance and technical expertise throughout the various stages of software development, ensuring that bridge engineering principles are accurately incorporated into the design and implementation process.
• Thoroughly verify and validate software outputs to confirm that results are correct, reliable, and align with applicable engineering standards and project requirements.
• Assist in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving code issues, as well as meticulously documenting code changes and how they impact the results.
• Develop and maintain a robust set of design examples and detailed test cases that are used to verify the accuracy and effectiveness of the bridge engineering software.

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• 6 - 10 years of experience under a registered Professional Engineer
• Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Knowledge of structural analysis and finite element analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interest in software development related to bridges and transportation structures, with a solid foundation in bridge engineering.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of bridge engineering, AASHTO's bridge design specifications, and the Manual for Bridge Evaluation (MBE).
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, C#, Java, Visual Basic, MATLAB, or Fortran.
• Experience with common bridge software packages, e.g., AASHTOWare BrDR, Midas, CsiBridge, LARSA 4D.

Compensation
The approximate compensation range for this position is $95,000 to $115,000. 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.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401 (k) 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