Rail Track Civil Associate - 306011

　　DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:DESCRIPTIONMichael Baker International is seeking a Rail Track Civil Associate to join our team. In this position you will work under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager in the development of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of mainline, industrial, yard and terminal projects with various freight and transit clients. The Rail Track Civil Associate's tasks include the design of horizontal and vertical rail alignments, design of track roadbed grading and the development of cross sections, assisting with overall preparation of rail plans and development of quantities.

　　This position will also be involved with bridge plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Civil Associate tasks vary from designing superstructure replacements and rehabilitations, designing retaining walls and substructures, and assisting with overall preparation of structure plans and development of quantities. Your tasks may also include field inspection work for the purposes of structure ratings and plan development.

　　Additional tasks may include:* Prepare construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for Rail and Bridge Design projects* Perform horizontal and vertical alignment design calculations* Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers within large multi-disciplinary design team* Periodically perform rail or bridge site inspections* Work closely with professional engineers to execute rail or bridge design tasks* Prepare structural designs/ analysis, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and load rating calculations* Perform structural element design calculations* Review bridge record plans and develop them within CAD

　　PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS* Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering* Pursuing Fundamentals of Engineering exam* 0-2 years of engineering experience; rail or bridge experience/ interest preferred* Proficiency with CAD (MicroStation & AutoCAD), Microsoft Office; InRoads/ InRail/ OpenRail experience is a plus* Excellent analytical skills* Strong written/verbal communication skills* Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation* Strong interest in railroad design* Desire to obtain PE* Availability to occasionally travel to other local offices and job site locations

　　WHAT WOULD MAKE ME STAND OUT AS A CANDIDATE?* Play an integral part in preparation of construction plans, specifications and cost estimates for rail designs* Possess high initiative and demonstrate a proactive, collaborative approach to project development with project team members, clients, contractors and review agencies

　　COMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is $57,569- $94,989 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.

　　BENEFITSWe 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

　　Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gend r identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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