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Bridge Engineer/Architect 1 (PCN 251442)

State of Alaska•Juneau, AK
•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer/Architect 1 works in the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Bridge Design Section. The position performs structural engineering analysis and calculations to develop bridge load ratings, support bridge management tasks, and assess overload permits. It also conducts bridge safety inspections, including routine, non-redundant steel tension member (NSTM), low-water, and in-depth inspections. Some work may involve bridge design and preparation of construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports. The Bridge Section provides design services for new bridge and rehabilitation projects and services for the State’s inventory of approximately 1,000 public highway bridges. It is a 25-person, production-oriented office focused on safety and bridge engineering. The position is based at DOT&PF Headquarters in Juneau, Alaska. Flexible work schedules and travel opportunities throughout the state are available. The role includes professional development, formal and in-house training, and support for obtaining a drone pilot’s license and using drones for bridge inspection. Training focuses on progression from Engineer 1 to Technical Engineer 1.

Requirements

  • Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect; the employer will designate the professional field required for the position.
  • Applicants not registered in Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors and eligible for comity under AS 08.48.191(b). They must obtain Alaska registration within one year of hire and sign an agreement to do so as a condition of employment.
  • Knowledge of structural engineering concepts, principles, theories, and methods for designing and analyzing complex structures using a variety of materials.
  • Ability to use a logical, systematic, sequential approach to analyze and solve problems, drawing on knowledge, experience, and other resources as needed.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms, tailor information to the audience, present clearly and convincingly, listen, and respond appropriately.
  • Must be physically able to descend and ascend bridge embankments and riverbanks.

Nice To Haves

  • A sample bridge load rating or set of design calculations is requested with the application.
  • A technical writing sample is requested; a bridge type selection or routine inspection report is preferred but not required.
  • Support is available to obtain a drone pilot’s license and use drones for bridge inspection.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural engineering analysis and calculations for bridge load ratings.
  • Support bridge management tasks.
  • Assess overload permits.
  • Conduct bridge safety inspections, including routine, NSTM, low-water, and in-depth inspections.
  • As needed, contribute to bridge design and prepare construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and reports.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and a variety of bridge analysis and design challenges.
  • Formal and in-house training focused on advancement to Technical Engineer 1.
  • Support to obtain a drone pilot’s license and use drones for bridge inspections.
  • Flexible work schedules.
  • Travel opportunities throughout Alaska.

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