Engineering Assistant 1/2 Flex (PCN 250662)

State of Alaska•Anchorage, AK

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This entry-level engineering assistant position supports the highway design group by applying transportation engineering principles to help solve roadway-related challenges. The role involves preparing design study reports, roadway geometrics, drainage analyses, accident analyses, cost estimates, bid schedules, and other materials needed for complete highway project documentation. It requires researching and applying state design standards, engineering guidelines, and regional procedures to ensure all contract documents meet required quality. The assistant will help design horizontal and vertical alignments, develop typical sections, and create both open-channel and enclosed storm drain systems for highway projects. Additional responsibilities include determining traffic barrier warrants, conducting cost-effectiveness analyses, and developing traffic control and construction sequencing plans. The job also includes calculating pay quantities, outlining and reviewing special provisions, and selecting proper pay items for highway construction contracts. Field inspections and collaboration with other functional groups are essential for resolving design issues and supporting successful project development. The DOT&PF mission is to "Keep Alaska Moving" and your role in this position is directly tied to the most critical aspects of the mission. Alaska's highways and airports are important resources that meet basic transportation needs and are critical to health and safety. They play a vital role in supporting our economy by serving communities throughout the state as well as the oil, gas, timber, commercial fishing, tourist, and other industries. You will collaborate with multiple functional groups within the department, coordinate with staff from multiple areas of expertise, and assist with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region, thereby delivering the department's mission. This department is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution accredited by ABET.
An Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) certificate issued by a state or the National Council of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors; or verification of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination.
Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution accredited by ABET.
One year of entry level engineering, architectural or land surveying experience as an Engineering Assistant 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from an institution not accredited by ABET.
Five years of progressively responsible subprofessional engineering experience of which two years was as a Journey level Engineering Technician or Drafting Technician 3 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of engineering and their practical applications.
Understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; developing and maintaining effective relationships with others; effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relating well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; sensitivity to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Understanding and appropriate application of principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
Ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; foster commitment and team spirit; work with others to achieve goals.

Nice To Haves

A valid Driver's License is preferred but not essential.
Engineer-in-training certification is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

Preparing design study reports, roadway geometrics, drainage analyses, accident analyses, cost estimates, bid schedules, and other materials needed for complete highway project documentation.
Researching and applying state design standards, engineering guidelines, and regional procedures to ensure all contract documents meet required quality.
Designing horizontal and vertical alignments, developing typical sections, and creating both open-channel and enclosed storm drain systems for highway projects.
Determining traffic barrier warrants, conducting cost-effectiveness analyses, and developing traffic control and construction sequencing plans.
Calculating pay quantities, outlining and reviewing special provisions, and selecting proper pay items for highway construction contracts.
Conducting field inspections and collaborating with other functional groups to resolve design issues and support successful project development.
Collaborating with multiple functional groups within the department.
Coordinating with staff from multiple areas of expertise.
Assisting with public and agency meetings to successfully construct capital improvement projects in Central Region.