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INTEGRATED DESIGN and ADVISORY (IDA)

Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) is Michael Baker International's national architecture and engineering business vertical, integrating architecture, engineering, federal planning, and strategic advisory services in support of complex buildings and critical infrastructure programs. With professionals located across the country, IDA serves a broad range of public- and private-sector clients, including federal agencies, defense, aviation, data centers, healthcare, higher education, rail and transit, and industrial markets.

Our integrated approach emphasizes early collaboration across planning, architecture, and core engineering disciplines-including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire protection and cybersecurity-supported by advisory services delivered throughout the project lifecycle. Building on Michael Baker International's more than 85year legacy, IDA supports the firm's long-term growth strategy through technical excellence, informed decision making, and practical solutions focused on highperformance buildings, intelligent systems, secure digital environments, and critical infrastructure.

What We Are Looking For:

Help shape the future of highperformance buildings and critical infrastructure.

Michael Baker International is growing in San Antonio, Texas and we're looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who wants to do meaningful, highimpact work. You'll lead electrical design from concept through construction on projects that matter - healthcare facilities, missioncritical environments, highereducation campuses, and complex commercial buildings.

This is a role for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring the next generation of engineers. If you're passionate about designing resilient, intelligent, futureready systems, you'll feel right at home here. 

What You Will Do:

• Lead electrical system design for lighting, power distribution, and specialty systems across diverse project types.
• Produce highquality construction documents, drawings, and specifications using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Partner with architects, interior designers, civil engineers, and other disciplines to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Guide junior engineers through mentorship, technical reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Engage with clients, participate in project meetings, and present design concepts with clarity and confidence.
• Support business development through proposal input, scope development, and fee estimates.
• Conduct field investigations, review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide constructionphase support.
• Stay current with industry standards and contribute to continuous improvement across the team. 

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in building electrical design
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code and power system fundamentals
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and PDF markup tools
• Experience with SKM and/or EasyPower
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• A proactive, solutionsoriented mindset
• Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits 

Bonus Points

• DesignBuild project experience
• Mediumvoltage design experience
• Lightning protection system design
• LEED accreditation
• Experience with AGI32 or ElumTools
• Familiarity with telecommunications, security, AV, intercom, and other special systems 

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position $109,179- $189,139 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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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 over 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.