JOB DESCRIPTION
INTEGRATED DESIGN & ADVISORY (IDA)
Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) is Michael Baker International’s national architecture and engineering business vertical, integrating architecture, engineering, federal planning, and strategic advisory services in support of complex buildings and critical infrastructure programs. With professionals located across the country, IDA serves a broad range of public- and private-sector clients, including federal agencies, defense, aviation, data centers, healthcare, higher education, rail and transit, and industrial markets.
Our integrated approach emphasizes early collaboration across planning, architecture, and core engineering disciplines—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire protection and cybersecurity—supported by advisory services delivered throughout the project lifecycle. Building on Michael Baker International’s more than 85‑year legacy, IDA supports the firm’s long-term growth strategy through technical excellence, informed decision making, and practical solutions focused on high‑performance buildings, intelligent systems, secure digital environments, and critical infrastructure.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Structural Engineer to join our National Integrated Design & Advisory team in Boston, MA. In this role, you will work under minimal supervision to analyze design criteria, applicable codes, and client requirements. You will prepare calculations necessary for the production of structural engineering construction drawings and specifications for both building and non-building projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares complex studies, construction documents (drawings and specifications), basic reports and other supporting documentation to support structural building design and reviews those completed by others.
- Act as DOR, as required.
- Provide clear redlines for EIT’s and BIM designers; check design calculations performed by others; conduct Internal Technical Reviews (ITRs) of others work; handle multiple projects; mentor less experienced staff and provide guidance throughout project design.
- Ability to follow MBI project standards and team protocols.
- Ability to review and comment on construction submittals, respond to Contractor Requests for Information (RFI) and review corrective action for field errors.
- Communicates with Senior Engineers, other disciplines and Project Managers, schedules and attends internal meetings, as necessary, and documents important action items for the next meeting.
- Ability to interact with existing and new Clients to sell MBI engineering services, specifically structural.
- Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge and professional licensure through completion of various training activities: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training.
- Occasionally visits project sites, reporting and documenting findings to Project Manager and/or Owner.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Work Location (Hybrid): Boston, MA; Other location options: Rocky Hill, CT; Providence, RI
Supervisory Responsibilities
- May provide guidance or informal training to less experienced personnel.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural, Architectural or Civil Engineering.
- 8+ years of experience. Master’s degree may substitute 1-2 years of experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE)
- Proficiency with RAM SS, RISA 3D, ETABS, Revit, Tekla Tedds, Enercalc, Mathcad, Microsoft Excel, MS Office Suite
- Familiar with structural design codes such as IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 41, AISC, TMS, and ACI.
- Strong verbal, written, technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
- Available for periodic travel.
- Maintain professional licensure in state which employee resides and ability to gain reciprocity in other states.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in Rail/Transit/Facility projects is preferred.
- Familiarity with local DOT and transit agency standards is preferred.
COMPENSATION:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $106,852 to $168,292. 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 Accounts (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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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 over 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.
