Alaska Civil Engineer — Field Design & Remote Site Work

New Horizons Telecom, Inc.; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job description

About Us

Headquartered in Palmer, Alaska, New Horizons is a trusted and tested telecommunications contractor offering turnkey infrastructure solutions. We deliver protected, cutting‑edge networks in some of the world’s most challenging and remote locations, providing in‑house engineering and installation services for wireless, microwave, Satcom, fiber optic and alternative energy projects. From mountaintop tower construction to urban electrical and structured cabling installations and the networking components in between, we have been entrusted with the design, implementation, and management of network infrastructure across the state and worldwide. At New Horizons we are proud to provide integral solutions from the feasibility stage through to implementation.

Why Join our team?

New Horizons is the place for you if you want a dynamic and rewarding work environment with much room for career advancement and growth. Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team driving innovation in the telecommunications industry.

Job Summary

The Civil Engineer will provide complete designs, develop construction documents and reports, and support other civil and structural projects. The position requires day‑to‑day team communication, project planning, organization, training, direction, and control to meet the company’s engineering goals and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Must have excellent attention to detail with a desire for excellence and establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups, including company employees at various levels, clients, vendors, government regulators, and other outside companies and individuals.
• Be familiar with all aspects of construction (including but not limited to; ironwork, structures, grading, water supply, sewage disposal, paving, storm drainage, site layout, building design, permitting, construction materials testing, etc.)
• Review and collaborate on designs and drawings with a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, subcontractors, project managers, and construction managers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to drafters, designers, and construction personnel.
• Must be able to make timely decisions on Engineering ethics, costs, procedures, and standards that will stand and not affect future requirements.

Qualifications

• This position requires a State of Alaska Professional Engineering License in Civil Engineering or Professional Structural Engineer License and BS Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Geotechnical investigation experience with excavations and construction in frozen soils is preferred.
• Must be able to redline drawings and be familiar with AutoCAD drafting procedures.
• Experience with spreadsheets, word processing, AutoCad, Bluebeam and standard office software (MS Excel, Word, Project, Teams, and Outlook)
• Foundation design experience in permafrost, rock, and conventional soils using piles, rock anchors, and concrete pads.
• Design experience using steel, aluminum, wood, and concrete materials.
• Must be knowledgeable of standard construction practices and National Building Code standards.
• Minimum of 2 years of design experience after PE in Civil/Structural engineering.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position is open only to candidates who currently reside in Alaska due to business and employment compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Opportunity to visit remote sites via helicopters and see the State of Alaska from a unique perspective including untouched wilderness.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, Legal, and Prescription Drug Plan.
• Retirement (Pension and 401K).
• Competitive Compensation, Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment with Career Development Opportunities.

Salary: $120,000 per year

We look forward to hearing from you!

New Horizons is committed to fostering an environment where all individuals feel safe, valued, supported, and respected. We are an equal opportunity organization, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws and regulations.