Civil Associate, Structures (Spring/Summer 2027)

Why Michael Baker?

At Michael Baker International, you'll do more than start a job. You'll help deliver infrastructure that supports millions of travelers every day while building a rewarding and meaningful career. From major interstate corridors and complex interchange improvements to signature bridge rehabilitations and replacements, our teams are helping shape the future of transportation throughout New Jersey and beyond.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a motivated and talented Civil Associate - Structures to join our team in either our Newark, NJ or Pennington, NJ offices. This is an exceptional opportunity to launch your career with one of the nation's leading engineering and consulting firms while contributing to some of New Jersey's most significant transportation infrastructure projects.
What You'll Do:
As a member of our Bridge Team, you'll work alongside industry-leading engineers on the planning, analysis, design, inspection, and rehabilitation of critical transportation structures throughout the region. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects for clients including the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA), New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), NJ TRANSIT, county agencies, municipalities, and other public-sector clients.

At Michael Baker, you'll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where innovation, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. Whether you're interested in becoming a structural design expert, project manager, or future leader within the organization, you'll find the mentorship, support, and opportunities to achieve your goals.

As a Civil Associate, you'll help shape the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and commerce moving. Responsibilities include:

- Performing structural analysis and developing design calculations for bridges and transportation structures using industry-leading software such as MIDAS, AASHTOWare Bridge Rating, STAAD, and related analysis tools.
- Developing structural details, construction documents, and engineering plans using MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD.
- Assisting with and reviewing engineering calculations and technical analyses prepared by project team members.
- Preparing bridge layouts, geometric plans, technical specifications, and material quantity calculations.
- Supporting bridge inspections, condition assessments, and the preparation of inspection reports.
- Collaborating with highway, traffic, geotechnical, environmental, and planning professionals on multidisciplinary transportation projects.
- Participating in project meetings, field reviews, and client coordination activities.
- Learning from experienced industry professionals while developing the technical and leadership skills necessary for long-term career growth.
- Taking pride in delivering innovative, sustainable, and practical engineering solutions that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
What You Need to Succeed:
We're looking for enthusiastic engineers who are eager to learn, solve complex challenges, and grow within a high-performing team environment.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
- 0-2 years of relevant bridge or structural engineering experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Commitment to delivering quality work and continuous professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or the ability to obtain it within six months.
- Planning to take the PE exam.
- Familiarity with structural analysis and design software, including MIDAS, STAAD, and AASHTOWare.
- Working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
- Experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of NJDOT, NJTA, PANYNJ, and NJ TRANSIT bridge design standards, plan development procedures, and bridge rating requirements.
- Internship or academic experience involving bridge design, inspection, or transportation structures.
Compensation: The approximate compensation range for this position is $72,000 - $85,000 per year. 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.

Why Choose Us:

- 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