Civil Engineer I, Transportation (PE)
Michael Baker International•San Diego, CA
•$85,000 - $125,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Michael Baker International is seeking a Civil Engineer I to join their Transportation team in San Diego, CA. This role involves working alongside experienced engineers and project managers on a diverse portfolio of roadway and infrastructure projects throughout California. The successful candidate will support the planning, design, and technical analysis of local and regional transportation projects under guidance. The company is committed to supporting early career professionals in building their skills and growing, offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and a strong technical foundation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
- Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE)
- Minimum 5 years of experience preparing engineering drawings and designs
- Proficiency in CAD with familiarity in MicroStation OpenRoads and AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Works independently and demonstrates strong leadership qualities
- A collaborative mindset and interest in working on a variety of public-sector projects including Caltrans
Responsibilities
- Prepare preliminary and final engineering plans using either MicroStation OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D (client dependent)
- Develop plan and specification packages from criteria, sketches, and detailed drawings
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and design technicians to deliver high-quality work
- Apply engineering standards, technical manuals, and design principles to meet client expectations
- Assist with engineering support during construction
- Support project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and proposals
- Contribute to marketing initiatives and business development efforts
- Oversee and guide the work of other staff on project assignments
- Serve as a task manager on select projects, owning deliverables from start to finish
- Continue building skills through training, seminars, and professional development
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
