Electrical Engineer II (Finance)

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE

Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International has an exciting opportunity for a Professional Electrical Engineer to work remotely joining our largest office located in Pittsburgh, PA to provide electrical, lighting, and telecommunications design services on a wide variety of transportation and infrastructure related projects. The successful candidate will become part of Michael Baker International's driven Transportation Electrical Department which includes highway, aviation, electrical, bridge, rail/transit, and traffic engineers. Our Pittsburgh staff also supports other offices throughout the country with specialized electrical engineering design services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, motivated, self- starter with responsibilities that include leading production, design, and documentation for a broad range of project types. We have a current focus on growing Aviation, Design/Build, Infrastructure, and Interstate project opportunities, along with market-driven diversification including Rail/Transit, Highway, Interchange, and Bridges/Tunnels. The candidate will work on multi-disciplinary, collaborative project design teams with Civil Engineers, Architects, and Systems Engineers. The successful candidate must demonstrate creative problem-solving, initiative to learn new concepts, organizational skills, an ability to work in a team environment with licensed electrical and civil engineers, and an understanding of construction documents and constructability. They will lead with the development of electrical system designs including but not limited to airfield, interior, and exterior lighting and power; circuiting; schedules; calculations; sizing of electrical equipment, conduit, wiring, disconnects, and transformers, etc.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Expertise in Airfield Lighting: Leverage experience in aviation lighting, including power distribution, NAVAIDS, AV lighting systems, vaults, airfield signage, PAPI's, REILS, BAK's, approach lighting systems, etc.
• Technical Leadership: Lead and oversee development of design documentation, calculations, and construction drawings as the technical professional on the project design team. Direct, manage, and review the work of Junior and Staff Electrical Engineers and Designers to ensure high-quality design completion.
• Engineering Calculations: Perform and check engineering calculations such as lighting calculations, airfield lighting (PAPI, aiming point, approach lighting), heat dissipation, and voltage drop calculations.
• Design Documentation: Lead development and review airfield layout drawings (lighting, signs, marking, ducts, pits, and cabling), installation detail drawings tailored to specific project requirements, electrical wiring schematics, quantities, specifications, cost, and hour estimates.
• Project Coordination: Initiate and lead coordination efforts with other disciplines, owners, firms, and technical staff to ensure accuracy and technical proficiency of project submissions.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and adhere to QA/QC procedures on all deliverables to maintain our standards.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within established budgets and schedules while efficiently collaborating with a remote team.
• Compliance Evaluation: Evaluate electrical components to ensure they meet all federal, state, and local codes and specifications.
• Staff Development: Mentor and train junior staff to foster professional growth.
• Software Proficiency: Desirable but not required to demonstrate working knowledge of drafting software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Specialized Experience: Experience with Traction/Overhead Catenary/Third Rail power systems and/or movable bridge electrical systems is a plus.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Minimum of 10 years of related airfield lighting experience
• Experience with engineering software (SKM; Visual Lighting; AGI32; software isn't required but desirable)
• Effective visual/verbal communication skills are essential
• Candidate should possess a proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and constructors

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $104,977 to $181,854. 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.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 80 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 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, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.Michael Baker International has an exciting opportunity for a Professional Electrical Engineer to work remotely joining our largest office located in Pittsburgh, PA to provide electrical, lighting, and telecommunications design services on a wide variety of transportation and infrastructure related projects. The successful candidate will become part of Michael Baker International's driven Transportation Electrical Department which includes highway, aviation, electrical, bridge, rail/transit, and traffic engineers. Our Pittsburgh staff also supports other offices throughout the country with specialized electrical engineering design services.