Michael Baker International

Senior Transit Architectural Designer

Michael Baker International$111K — $155K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Architecture or Graphic Design.
  • 5+ years of experience in architecture, transit, or infrastructure projects.
  • Proficient in SignAgent software for signage development.
  • Skilled in preparing construction documents and technical design packages.
  • Knowledgeable about building codes and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and design of diverse transportation and transit projects.
  • Assist in programming, space planning, and design documentation.
  • Prepare architectural drawings and technical documents for projects.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers and consultants.
  • Conduct site assessments and document existing conditions.
  • Engage in client meetings and stakeholder workshops to present designs.
  • Support the development of design studies and technical evaluations.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401k Retirement Plan with company contributions.
  • Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • Professional and personal development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This role will support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation, transit, federal, aviation, and adaptive re-use projects throughout the United States.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, engineers, and transit professionals to develop innovative design solutions for passenger facilities, transit stations, operations facilities, multimodal transportation centers, and other public-facing transportation environments. This position is ideal for a design professional with transit architecture experience and a strong background in passenger experience, wayfinding, signage, accessibility, and graphics.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to complex transit and public infrastructure projects while helping shape how people navigate and experience transportation environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support the planning, design, and documentation of transportation, transit, federal, aviation, and adaptive re-use projects.
  • Assist with programming, space planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction document preparation.
  • Prepare architectural drawings, renderings, presentations, specifications, and other technical documentation.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary project teams including architects, planners, civil engineers, structural engineers, MEP engineers, and specialty consultants.
  • Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to meet project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
  • Conduct site investigations, field assessments, and existing conditions documentation.
  • Participate in client meetings, stakeholder workshops, and project presentations.
  • Support code research and application of applicable building codes, transit standards, and accessibility requirements.
  • Assist in the development of design studies, reports, and technical evaluations.
  • Contribute to quality reviews and coordination efforts throughout project development.

TRANSIT ARCHITECTURE & WAYFINDING RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop transit wayfinding strategies that improve passenger experience, navigation, safety, and accessibility across transportation facilities.
  • Design and coordinate wayfinding systems for rail stations, bus facilities, multimodal transportation centers, airports, and public infrastructure environments.
  • Support the development of signage programs, graphics, passenger information systems, and station branding initiatives.
  • Analyze passenger circulation patterns, decision points, sightlines, accessibility requirements, and user experience considerations.
  • Apply ADA, universal design, and inclusive design principles to passenger-facing environments.
  • Coordinate wayfinding solutions with transit operators, facility owners, planners, architects, engineers, and specialty consultants.
  • Assist in the preparation of wayfinding master plans, signage standards, graphic guidelines, and implementation packages.
  • Support transit-oriented development, station modernization, and passenger facility improvement projects.
  • Conduct site audits and existing conditions assessments to identify navigation and accessibility improvements.
  • Participate in stakeholder engagement activities related to passenger experience, customer information, and station design.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Environmental Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or related field.
  • 5+ years of professional experience supporting architecture, transportation, transit, public sector, or infrastructure projects.
  • Experience with SignAgent software
  • Experience preparing construction documents and technical design packages.
  • Working knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, and construction materials and systems.
  • Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with rail, transit, aviation, or passenger facility projects
  • Experience developing transit wayfinding, signage, environmental graphics, or passenger information systems
  • Familiarity with ADA station design and transportation facility design
  • Understanding of passenger experience planning and human-centered design principles.
  • Experience coordinating with public agencies, transit authorities, or transportation clients.
  • Knowledge of station design, multimodal hubs, transit-oriented development, and public realm projects.
  • Graphic communication and visual storytelling skills.

SOFTWARE
  • Revit
  • SignAgent
  • AutoCAD
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • SketchUp and visualization software preferred


Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $111,000 to $155,000 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


About Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government.
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Size
5,000 employees
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Founded
1940

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