Engineering Associate

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Design, Engineering, and Construction is looking for an Engineering Associate to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you Will Be Doing

• Serve as the on-site representative for the Contracting Officer, ensuring construction complies with plans, specs, policies, and safety standards.
• Oversee contractor operations, inspect work, review submittals, and maintain detailed project records, testing, and documentation.
• Administer complex construction contracts, manage project budgets, and lead project teams including Engineering Assistants and Technicians.
• Coordinate with design staff, other agencies, and stakeholders to resolve issues, secure permits, and keep projects on track.
• Mentor and evaluate staff while fostering a safe, collaborative work environment through training and regular oversight.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

As an Engineering Associate in Fairbanks, youll obtain valuable experience that builds both technical and practical skills. Youll work alongside seasoned engineers and project managers, gaining mentorship and opportunities for career growth. The work is varied and challenging, with each day bringing new problem-solving opportunities. Most importantly, youll contribute to projects that connect communities, improve safety, and shape the future of Alaskas transportation systemgiving your work lasting impact and purpose.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

This position is based in Fairbanks, Alaska as part of the Northern Region Construction Team. If you like variety, this role has it all. Some days youll be at your desk using computers and project tools to track progress, document findings, and collaborate with the team. Other days, youll be out in the field inspecting sites, operating equipment, and seeing firsthand how your work improves Alaskas infrastructure.

Who We Are Looking For

Please provide extensive detail of your duties in the Work Experience section, thoroughly outlining your skills and experience in alignment with the competencies listed below.

Special Notice

This position requires a Valid drivers license upon hire.

Eight years of progressively responsible work experience in engineering, land surveying or architecture, of which one year was as an Engineering Assistant 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution

ABET accredited college or technical school courses in engineering, architecture, land surveying or a closely related curriculum may be substituted for the non-specific required experience (3 semester / 4 quarter hours equal one month). A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET may substitute for four years of the non-specific required experience.

At Time of Application, Applicants Are Requested to Provide :

At Time of Interview, Applicants Are Requested to Provide :

Alaska Residents Only

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

Education

To verify education is being used to meet and / or support the required minimum qualifications / competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications / competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution / URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employers name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part?time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

Note : Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.

No resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EEO Statement

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1?800?587?0430 or (907) 465?4095 in Juneau or TTY : Alaska Relay 711 or 1?800?770?8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at : P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811?0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact

Name and Title : Brian Herning, P.E., Engineer / Architect 3

Phone : 907?451?3018

Email : brian.herning@

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