Designer IV

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WHO WE AREMichael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.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.DESCRIPTIONWe are currently seeking a Designer IV to join our team in Minneapolis, MN. This position will oversee the production and completion of all deliverables for every phase of assigned projects. Independently performs the most difficult design assignments requiring the application of advanced design techniques in accordance with company and industry standards and codes.

• Directly supervise 0-5 employees; Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Duties also include interviewing, hiring, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Provides assistance in establishing criteria for all phases of projects utilizing basic engineering principles, design specifications, industry accepted construction practices, and maintenance requirements.
• Efficient with design software and applies engineering fundamentals to prepare designs meeting requirements of internal and external clients.
• Develops technical specifications for proposed designs.
• Coordinates design work with sub consultants and other disciplines involved on a project.
• Assigns tasks and reviews work of others.
• Attends client meetings to present proposed designs and discuss issues as necessary.
• Capable of providing design software training classes to internal and external clients.
• Consults with and advises internal and external clients on project needs including, but not limited to, establishing staffing requirements, cost estimates, and design schedules.
• Provides input to projects during the conceptual and planning stages.
• Assigns tasks to lower-level design personnel, provides technical guidance, and reviews completed assignments for completeness, accuracy, and quality.
• Capable of determining material types, descriptions, and quantities for the projects.
• Reviews manufacturer and fabricator drawings for conformance with design criteria and project specifications.
• Provides lower-level design/drafting personnel with design sketches for preparation of finished design drawings, general layouts, and guidance refining technical requirements.
• Regularly interfaces with other departments, clients, vendors, project managers, and project engineers to support production of project deliverables and to resolve conflicting priorities.
• Performs other related tasks in support of project engineer that are non-routine and complex in nature, such as providing input on the development of procedures and specifications; analyzing bids, compiling, computing, and analyzing various engineering designs and/or test data; estimating, etc.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 15+ years of related experience
• Two-year technical degree or certification

COMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is $98,537- $135,504. 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.  BENEFITSWe 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

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENTMichael 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. 

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.