Hello,
We have a full-time opportunity with the Alaska DOT&PF Bridge Section I’d like to share with you and your students. We have an ability to hold positions for up to 9 months after the closing advertisement date so Fall or Winter graduates can apply as well. A summary and link to the position advertisement is below:
Engineering Assistant Job Posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4586689/engineering-assistant-1-2-3-flex-bridge-engineering-assistant-pcn-250214
Position Highlights: This role in Juneau provides a comprehensive experience in bridge design, involving hands-on application of AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications. Entry level engineers play a pivotal role in designing, retrofitting, and maintaining Alaska’s bridge infrastructure, with opportunities to lead teams on routine and fracture-critical bridge inspection trips. This position is designed to nurture early career bridge engineers, guiding them towards becoming professional engineers and leaders within our industry.
Professional Development and Passion for Research: Our team, from the Chief Bridge Engineer to engineering assistants, actively engages in national bridge conferences and serves as advisors to bridge-specific research. We encourage and support staff in volunteering with NCHRP panels, collaborating with bridge leaders nationwide, and contributing to advancements in the field. This dynamic environment will benefit new graduates and engineering assistants who share a passion for research and aspire to contribute to the continuous improvement of bridge design.
Natural Beauty and Lifestyle: Beyond professional growth, participants can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Juneau, with opportunities for world-class hiking, boating, kayaking, and whale watching. For the outdoor sports enthusiast they would have the unique opportunity to fish and hunt across the wild landscape Alaska offers. We are a unique state where you can watch sunsets by a fire on the beach at midnight during the summers or catch the dancing northern lights in the winters.
Position/Alaska DOT Perks:
- 37.5 hour work week (5 – 7.5 hour days, regular hours 8:00am – 4:30pm)
- 13% Salary match from State of Alaska for retirement https://drb.alaska.gov/employee/dcrplan.html
- 6.13% Salary match from State of Alaska in a supplemental retirement account in lieu of paying into social security https://drb.alaska.gov/employee/sbsplan.html
- 11 paid State Holidays annually
- Leave accrual rates starts at 21 vacations days/year and increases from there at years 2, 5, 10, & 15
- Well compensated structured salary schedule based on years of service.
- Advancement to higher positions based on established criteria.
If you have any questions or are interested in this enriching opportunity, feel free to contact me directly.
Larry Owen <larry.owen@alaska.gov>
Images of AK DOT&PF Bridge Engineers in Action:
