Description

Michael Baker International is seeking a Graduate Engineer/Public Works in Houston, TX to support the City of Houston's Office of the City Engineer. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in street and drainage design, public works projects, and client coordination. You will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers to develop design standards for municipal and transportation projects.

Candidates must already be living in the Houston, TX area and be able to commute to the City of Houston's Office 5 days per week.

No sponsorship is being provided for this position. Candidates must be a either US Citizen or Green Card holder in order to be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects, including street and drainage improvements.
• Prepare and review technical documents, reports, and correspondence in compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Developing hydrologic and 1D/2D hydraulic models, to preparing plans, specifications and estimates and performing data collection and field work.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) for project documentation, data analysis, and communication.
• Prepare maps and technical reports.
• Develop cost estimates and conduct quantity takeoffs for design projects.
• Provide technical review support for other projects to support drainage and street design discipline.
• Utilize AutoCAD or MicroStation for design tasks; proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is considered a strong advantage.

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering or Architecture required
• 1+ year consulting experience for civil infrastructure projects
• 2 years' experience on public works projects preferred; Experience with City of Houston projects is a plus
• Passed Fundamentals Exam (EIT) is a plus
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Experience assisting in creation of construction specifications or project manuals for street and drainage projects is a plus
• AutoCAD or MicroStation experience; AutoCAD Civil 3D or AutoCAD Revit experience is a plus.
• Good communication and project management skills
• General understanding of standards and specifications for street and drainage projects.
• Familiar with creating engineer's estimates/material take-offs or with reading contract bid forms.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $55,000 - $85,000. 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
• 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

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 85 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 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Michael Baker Internationalis seeking a Graduate Engineer/Public Works in Houston, TX to support theCity of Houston's Office of the City Engineer.This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in street and drainage design, public works projects, and client coordination. You will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers to develop design standards for municipal and transportation projects.