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Civil Engineer II, Traffic/Transportation

Michael Baker International60 open roles

Pay
$100,000 – $130,000 a year
Where
Carlsbad, CA, United States
Work mode
Hybrid
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Job Description

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

What We're Looking For:

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

What You'll Do:

  • 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

What You Need to Succeed:

  • 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

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is 100,000 - $130,000 per year. 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.

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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