Job Description

RAIL & TRANSIT PRACTICE

Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.

With a base in our local offices of Baltimore, MD, Alexandria, VA, or Philadelphia, PA Michael Baker International is seeking a talented Traction Power Engineer with a specialization in OCS or Traction Power design, to help make a difference in our Rail and Transit Practice. Consideration will be given to full-time hybrid work for exceptional candidates.

The Michael Baker Baltimore office has seen significant growth over the course of the last few years. Additionally, Michael Baker continues to expand its growing national rail & transit practice. To enable continued growth both locally and nationally, Michael Baker’s Baltimore office seeks a Transit Traction Power Engineer who will be focused on executing technical work, mentoring junior staff, and overall growth of the Rail Transit Department. We are looking for a leader who will participate in the office leadership team while also collaborating with their counterparts in our other regional offices to provide high quality engineering services nationwide. You will be directly involved with development and implementation of a business strategy and work with project teams while also helping to win work and expand our project portfolio and client base.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience on design projects for Class I railroads and/or rail transit agencies and be able to support projects and offices across the country for railroads, transit agencies, and DOTs. Senior level candidates with more than the required years of experience will be considered for the position and are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, direct, and/or manage traction power-related components of passenger rail, freight rail and commuter rail projects
• Play an integral part in the development and review of plans, specifications and cost estimates for rail or transit projects
• Assist on large multi-disciplinary design teams and lead younger staff on a variety of project tasks
• Execute engineering investigations including feasibility and type studies with cost and risk analysis
• Perform site inspections during construction to confirm applicable regulations
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines for conformance to design criteria, standards, and code requirements
• Mentoring and advising staff regarding various code compliance and industry best practices
• Flexible location and/or remote work based on level of experience

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or applicable degree
• PE License
• 5 years minimum of engineering experience; transit experience preferred
• Senior level candidates with more than the required years of experience will be considered for the position and are encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency with CAD (MicroStation & AutoCAD), Microsoft Office
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation
• Availability to occasionally travel to other local offices and job site locations
• Possess excellent client management skills and ability to enhance and develop solid client relationships
• Proven experience in working on multiple projects concurrently, managing project deadlines and on-time submittals
• Strong work ethic, integrity
• Ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal skills, communication skills and problem-solving ability
• Ability to assist in developing strategic approaches and concepts
• Experience reviewing construction plans and specifications

Senior level candidates with more than the required years of experience will be considered for the position and are encouraged to apply.

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

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $107,921- $169,991 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.

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.