State of Alaska · 12 hours ago
Engineering Assistant 1/2
Fairbanks, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$33.76/hr - $33.76/hr
1+ years expThe State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is seeking an Engineering Assistant 1/2 to support various engineering projects. The role involves performing engineering tasks under supervision, assisting in design and construction plans, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure project accuracy and compliance.
ElectronicsGovernmentSecurity
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform developmental-level engineering tasks under supervision, applying standard practices to air, surface transportation, and building projects
Assist in designing construction plans for simple and moderately complex projects, including calculations and preparation of project reports
Maintain project files, develop written contract specifications, and support plan reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards
Coordinate with interdepartmental groups, regulatory agencies, and local governments; attend design reviews, public hearings, and workshops as needed
Perform complex engineering tasks with greater independence and initiative, applying standard practices to air, surface transportation, and building projects
Assist in designing construction plans for complex projects; serve as primary designer on simpler projects, perform advanced calculations, and prepare detailed reports and contract specifications
Review and monitor the work of others for accuracy, completeness, and compliance; ensure proper plan layout and standards usage
Coordinate with interdepartmental groups, regulatory agencies, consultants, and local governments; attend design reviews, public hearings, workshops, and field verification of site conditions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution accredited by ABET
A bachelor's degree with a major in engineering, architecture or land surveying from a postsecondary institution not accredited by ABET and 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
Must have valid Driver's License
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
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
Graduate study in engineering and/or architecture may be substituted for the required experience as an Engineering Assistant 1. (2 semester/3 quarter hours equal one month of experience)
Transcripts, if using education to meet the minimum qualifications
Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers
Cover letter describing how you possess the position specific competencies listed in the 'Who We Are Looking For' section
Preferred
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary
Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals
Civil Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems
Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
Company
State of Alaska
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10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.72MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyU.S. Department of Agriculture
2023-10-23Grant· $0.5M
2023-05-22Grant· $0.22M
Leadership Team
Dominick Liriano
CEO/President
Anne Zink
Chief Medical Officer for the State of Alaska
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