Our engineering team thrives in a warm, collaborative environment where long-standing relationships and deep institutional knowledge are the norm. Many of our employees have been with the company for decades, contributing to a strong sense of continuity, mentorship, and pride in our shared accomplishments.
We foster a culture of teamwork and open communication, where ideas are freely exchanged and every voice is valued. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or a new team member, you'll find a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth, innovation, and mutual respect.
Beyond the work itself, our office culture brings people together through regular events, celebrations, and community-building activities. From casual lunches to themed gatherings, there's always something happening to strengthen our connections and make work more enjoyable.
What We’re Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a talented Drainage/Stormwater Engineer to join our busy Columbia, SC office. This Engineer will have exposure to a wide range of interesting applications under the supervision of experts and leaders in the Water industry.
What You’ll Do:
As a key member of our team, you will assist other Project Engineers & Project Managers with tasks to include:
Preparing construction plans and specifications
Stormwater design for projects including both bid-build and design-build projects
Assisting in all aspects of roadway drainage design including bridge hydraulic studies, culvert design, closed drainage system analysis, and sediment and erosion control design
Performing hydrologic & hydraulic studies using software such as GEOPAK Drainage, HY-8, and HEC-RAS
Preparing cost-estimates and technical reports
Coordinating permitting efforts with various stormwater agencies
Training/mentoring junior engineers and technicians
What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in stormwater design/analysis
Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, OR eligibility to obtain license within 6-12 months
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 85 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.
