Civil Associate, Transportation/Public Works

Michael Baker International

. Partner with a team of engineers to deliver transportation engineering, public works and site development projects for municipal and county clients .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeCarlsbad • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering and Public Works, including proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and the ability to prepare engineering plans and specifications. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for effective teamwork and client engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Civil Engineering DegreeEIT CertificationAutoCAD Civil 3D ProficiencyRoadway Design ExperienceField Visit Coordination

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Hard Skills

Transportation EngineeringPublic Works EngineeringEngineering Plans PreparationDesign CalculationsQuantity TakeoffsGeometric Roadway DesignDrainage Systems DesignWater Quality Features DesignCost EstimationADA Accessibility Enhancements

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsEagerness to LearnTeam-Oriented Mindset

Tools & Technologies

AutoCAD Civil 3DMicrosoft OfficeMicroStationInRoadsOpenRoads

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT Certification

Industry Keywords

Municipal EngineeringCounty ClientsInfrastructure ProjectsTechnical SupportProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with a team of engineers to deliver transportation engineering, public works and site development projects for municipal and county clients
Contribute to planning and design of roadway improvements, ADA accessibility enhancements, drainage systems, water quality features, and other infrastructure projects
Assist in preparing engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, design calculations, quantity takeoffs, and bid documents
Support geometric roadway design, Civil 3D modeling, and other engineering analyses
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technical staff to complete high-quality deliverables on schedule and within budget
Participate in client meetings and project discussions, coordinating solutions and communicating project progress
Provide technical support to municipal agency clients and sometimes serve as an extension of agency staff
Conduct occasional field visits to gather information, observe site conditions, and support project development
Build technical expertise through mentorship, professional development, training programs, industry seminars, and professional organizations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with coursework or experience related to Public Works and/or Transportation Engineering
Minimum of 1 year of relevant engineering experience
EIT certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office
Experience with MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads, and Microsoft is highly desirable
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Demonstrated eagerness to learn, grow, and apply engineering principles to develop innovative and practical design solutions
Occasional field visits required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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