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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. Â In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure
You’ll be hands‑on with a variety of public works and transportation projects throughout Southern California, including roadway and intersection improvements, ADA and accessibility upgrades, active transportation (bike and pedestrian), signing & striping, traffic signals, street lighting, and other local agency improvement projects. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy technical design work, collaboration, and growing into greater responsibility.
- Prepare preliminary and final engineering plans using AutoCAD (Civil 3D exposure a plus)
- Develop plan and specification packages from design criteria, sketches, and detailed drawings
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and design technicians to support coordinated designs
- Apply engineering standards, technical manuals, and best practices to meet client expectations
- Review shop drawings for accuracy and compliance
- Assist with project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and proposals
- Gain exposure to task management responsibilities on select projects
- Continue building your skills through training, mentorship, and professional development
- Please note this is NOT a remote role and will require in office time up to 3 days per week in Carlsbad, CA
- Prepare preliminary and final engineering plans using AutoCAD (and Civil 3D where applicable)
- Develop plan and specification packages from criteria, sketches, and detailed drawings
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and design technicians to deliver high‑quality work
- Apply engineering standards, technical manuals, and design principles to meet client expectations
- Review shop drawings for conformance with contract documents
- Support project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and proposals
- Contribute to marketing initiatives and business development efforts
- Serve as a task manager on select projects, owning deliverables from start to finish
- Continue growing your technical expertise through training, seminars, and professional development
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license – required
- 5–10 years of experience preparing engineering drawings and designs
Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D experience strongly preferred) - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- A collaborative mindset and interest in working on a variety of public‑sector projects
Why Choose Us:
- 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
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