Bridge Practice

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions. Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked number seven by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

Our bridge teams collaborate nationwide to design and build innovative structures that serve as the backbone of our nation's infrastructure for the millions of people who safely travel across them each day.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Bridge Inspection Engineer who thrives in the field but also values flexibility, balance, and the chance to lead? Do you enjoy mentoring rising talent and tackling complex structural challenges? If so, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Michael Baker International is seeking a Bridge Inspection Team Leader to drive inspection and design initiatives from our Waltham, MA (Hybrid) office. This hybrid role blends meaningful fieldwork with technical leadership and offers the flexibility of remote work opportunities. You'll play a vital role in protecting critical infrastructure while shaping and inspiring the next generation of engineering professionals.

What You'll Do

Inspection & Technical Leadership

• Lead safety inspections for bridges and tunnels in alignment with FHWA National Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Standards.
• Perform load ratings and rehabilitation design using modern engineering tools and best practices.
• Interpret technical documents-plans, specifications, and contracts-at an expert level.

Team Mentorship & Collaboration

• Mentor and develop junior engineers through hands-on technical guidance.
• Coordinate closely with local agencies, clients, and stakeholders to plan inspections, manage traffic closures, and ensure clear documentation.

Project Delivery

• Prepare high-quality inspection reports that drive actionable decisions and meet rigorous federal compliance standards.
• Scope, plan, and budget projects accurately to meet schedule, cost, and quality goals.
• Conduct fieldwork safely using ladders, hand tools, and inspection equipment.

What You Bring

We're looking for a driven professional with a passion for infrastructure and a knack for leadership:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited)
• 5-8+ years of bridge/tunnel inspection experience
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing methods
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and BlueBeam

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications)

• National certification as a Bridge/Tunnel Inspection Team Leader
• Completion of NHI Courses 130055 & 130078
• Experience in inspection, load rating, or structural design
• Proficiency in software such as AASHTOWare BrR, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSI Bridge, and MathCAD
• Ability to manage structural assignments from concept through construction documentation

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $122, 000-$165, 000. 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.

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.

Michael Baker International is seeking a dynamic Lead Bridge & Tunnel Engineer to spearhead inspection and design efforts from our Waltham, MA office. This role blends boots-on-the-ground fieldwork with strategic leadership, offering a flexible schedule that includes remote work options. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and longevity of critical infrastructure while guiding the next generation of engineers.