Senior Engineer - Transportation & Safety

Michael Baker International•Hamilton Township, NJ

63d•$120,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE Consistently ranked among the Top 20 transportation firms by Engineering News-Record, Michael Baker International delivers integrated expertise in transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management. The firm is also a recognized leader in the practical operation and maintenance of safe, efficient transportation infrastructure. DESCRIPTION Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Engineer - Transportation & Safety to lead project delivery and client engagement across local, statewide, and regional transportation initiatives. In this role, you will build trusted relationships with public and private sector clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning, and other technical groups to deliver projects that improve safety and mobility. You will coordinate staff workload across transportation infrastructure departments and lead strategic positioning for highway, arterial, local roadway, and multi-discipline project opportunities, including alternative delivery. Responsibilities include successful contracting, project execution, and expanding Michael Baker International's capabilities in transportation planning, roadway safety, analysis, modeling, and big data. The role supports a hybrid/flexible work arrangement with offices in Philadelphia, Hamilton, Newark, and New York City.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
15+ years of progressive experience in traffic and roadway design and safety.
PE license in NJ and/or NY
Proven leadership in safety, traffic engineering, and transportation planning.
Experience with Northeast regional clients required.
Strong supervisory, mentoring, and project delivery skills.
Excellent communication, proposal writing, and public speaking abilities.
Demonstrated success managing budgets, schedules, and quality.
Ability to thrive in dynamic, multitasking environments.
Committed to professional growth and community engagement.
Sound engineering judgment with a focus on quality and financial performance.

Nice To Haves

PTOE certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage complex transportation infrastructure projects across local, regional, and national levels, with a focus on safety and operational performance.
Oversee multidisciplinary teams in design and plan preparation for roadway, highway, and mobility improvement projects.
Ensure project delivery aligns with scope, budget, schedule, and quality standards.
Provide technical guidance, assign tasks, and review work of project teams.
Monitor progress, identify scope changes, and manage additional service needs.
Mentor staff and manage project budgets and schedules.
Engage actively with the transportation community through professional organizations, client interactions, and public meetings.
Collaborate with clients to address evolving transportation challenges.
Champion safety-first principles in planning and project execution.
Coordinate with Northeast regional staff to manage projects, proposals, and ensure QA/QC for traffic-related work.