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Michael Baker International · 4 months ago

Junior Water Resources Engineer

200 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, 60606, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$66K/yr - $95K/yr

0+ years exp

Michael Baker International is a leading water firm that provides innovative consulting, planning, and engineering solutions for the water cycle. The Junior Water Resources Engineer will assist Project Managers with data review, site review, data analysis, and civil engineering planning and design, while also preparing hydrological and hydraulic calculations and modeling.

ArchitectureInformation TechnologyService Industry

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Developing hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) models such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM-based programs, HY-8, and/or WinTR-55

Preparing plans, specifications and estimates and performing data collection and/or field work

Analyzing and designing hydraulic structures and flow systems

Preparing maps, exhibits and technical reports

Coordinating technical changes with project team members

Developing cost estimates and conduct quantity takeoffs for design projects

Supporting team in the design of water resources and drainage projects such as stormwater management systems, pipe hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, scour, floodplain evaluations, roadway drainage design, NPDES permit compliance, and water quality BMPs

Working closely with internal and external clients as part of a multi-discipline team. Meeting with and effectively communicating with technical team, project partners, and project stakeholders to coordinate project tasks

Qualification

HydrologicHydraulic modelingCivil engineering designEngineer-in-Training (EIT)Bentley software proficiencyCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering degree

0-3 years of experience in related water resources design

Must demonstrate excellent speaking, oral and written communication skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Office) and experience with Bentley (MicroStation, Geopak, or Openroads)

Preferred

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

H&H modeling experience is a plus

Benefits

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

Company

Michael Baker International

Glassdoor3.8

Michael Baker International is a Critical Service Provider company.

Founded in 1940

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://mbakerintl.com/

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