Water Resources Design Associate

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a highly motivated individual to work in a high energy and fast paced team. As a part of our Water team, the Water Resources Design Engineer will assist Project Managers with tasks such as stormwater master planning, design of stormwater systems, culverts, bridges, and drainage systems, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, river restoration, and river mechanics and geomorphology in order to assist state, regional (ex.

MHFD), municipal, watershed groups, and other private/NGO clients. We are searching for candidates that have the ability to be a role model among peers, that are people and client focused, and those that seek to be impactful and decisive.

• The majority of your day would be spent on a team performing various tasks for projects in the following disciplines: watershed assessments, watershed planning studies, water supply planning, storm water/drainage way master plans, stream channel design, storm drainage design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, floodplain mapping studies, and flood control.
• Perform engineering calculations, prepare design and construction plans in CADD software, generate construction specifications, develop construction quantities and cost estimates, and perform construction oversight.
• You will work with Project Engineers and Managers who will guide you in the development of deliverables.
• Feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are an important part of the organization and are contributing to success of your clients, your organization and yourself!
• Exploring, refining, and developing surface water workflows for engineering studies

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• 2-4 years of related experience in surface water or related field
• Fundamental understanding of hydrology and hydraulics
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving capabilities
• Ownership and accountability for quality deliverables
• Ability to be flexible and have self initiative

• Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to obtain one
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include Arc Map, Hydrologic/Hydraulic models like HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS, and Computer Aided Design and Drafting software like Civil 3D)
• Experience preparing engineering related calculations and analyses, analyzing data in spreadsheets and programming tools, preparing visual aids, and contributing to Technical Memoranda and Reports
• Experience preparing plans and specifications for surface and storm water design and stream channel restoration design projects
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as exceptional organizational skills and desire to work in a team environment

The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $110,000. 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.