Civil Associate, Transportation

HIGHWAY PRACTICE

For more than 80 years, we have helped to shape America's highway network. We provide comprehensive highway planning, design and construction services from conceptual and preliminary engineering studies through final design, construction management, inspection and closeout. Our highway design and construction services projects include major freeways and expressways, new roadway corridors, design-build projects, public-private partnerships, complex urban interchanges, rural roads and urban streets, intersection improvements and streetscapes. We utilize our vast experience, expertise and innovative ideas to assist clients in improving lives through a well-thought-out and implemented transportation system.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Civil Associate I, Transportation to join our Chicago, IL team starting in the Summer of 2026 (upon anticipated graduation). Under the guidance of Engineers, Technical Managers, and Project Managers, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. In this role, you will work a minimum of 40 hours per week, and overtime may be required based on workload. Depending on project needs, travel to client sites may be required. The Chicago office operates on a hybrid schedule and will require time spent in Downtown Chicago office (2-3 days per week, on average).

Duties will consist of the following:

Assists with design, construction documents, plan production, maps, basic reports, and other supporting documentation

Assists with gathering background information related to a project site which includes reviewing as-built plans and mapping existing utility service

Assists with the preparation of drawings such as those needed for highways, structures, and water/wastewater projects

Assists with quantities and project cost estimates

Coordinates with design technicians to ensure timely and accurate deliverables

Assists with document preparation for regulatory agencies to obtain required permits

Assists with preparation for client and project meetings

Attends internal project meetings and participates as necessary

Occasionally visits project sites, and reports findings to Engineers and/or Project Managers PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's Degree is a plus

0-2 years of related experience

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is preferred

Familiarity with various CAD and Microsoft Office programs with the potential ability to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computations, and reports

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to efficiently work independently within a multi-disciplinary team and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $65,859- $95,084 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.

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.