Geotechnical Associate

Job Description

Job Description

BRIDGE PRACTICEMichael 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.DESCRIPTIONMichael Baker is seeking a position for a full time Geotechnical Associate to join our New Jersey operation. The successful candidate will work in applying geotechnical engineering techniques, procedures, and principles on a variety of civil and geotechnical engineering projects while supporting our project teams and client base that we service on a local and national basis.  Projects can span all major areas within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Federal, and Commercial market sectors. General description of work activities includes, but not limited to:

• Have a profound understanding of geotechnical and foundation engineering theory and practice
• Demonstrate experience in design and analysis of transportation and infrastructure projects
• Evaluate geotechnical reports provided by our clients, determine engineering properties and provide foundation recommendations
• Prepare and/or manage geotechnical field exploration and external laboratory testing programs
• Maintain a high level of excellence regarding Health, Safety and Environmental for colleagues and our clients
• Prepare and/or review geotechnical reports detailing subsurface investigations, foundation recommendations, construction monitoring and quality assurance/control phases of work and other field / laboratory studies
• Perform and/or direct others with analyses for design of shallow and deep foundations, earth retaining structures, and slope stabilization systems
• Conducts site visits, perform construction monitoring, and attend client meetings
• Satisfy project requirements by ensuring that quality standards and deadlines are met
• Other duties as assigned by management 

The engineer position shall have the following additional responsibilities:

• Communicate with clients regarding project issues, project controls and attends meetings
• Prepare scope of work and cost estimates for proposals
• Assists with marketing and business development efforts

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• BS degree in Civil Engineering
• 0-4 years of experience in geotechnical design and field work
• Strong analytical and technical report writing skills, including numerical analysis as well as spreadsheet
• Ability to be self-motivated and to research and troubleshoot problems as they arise
• MS degree in Civil Engineering with concentration in geotechnical engineering is desirable
• EIT license is desirable, or ability to take the exam and pass within 1 year
• Proficient geotechnical related commercial software

COMPENSATION The approximate compensation range for this position is $74,171 to $107,060. 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.

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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