Bridge Engineering Assistant — Field, Design & Inspections

Alaska Manufacturing Extension Partnership; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PE licensure support

Office & field work

Diverse projects

Drone pilot license support

Work‑life balance

Job summary

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Bridge Section in Juneau is seeking a Flex Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 to support bridge inspections, design, and construction documentation. Base hourly salaries are listed for Assistant 1–3 with OT eligibility, and mentorship toward licensure is offered.

Work involves hands‑on inspection, calculations, drafting, and collaboration with licensed engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture or land surveying with ABET accreditation preferred.
• EIT or FE certification or equivalent demonstration of passing exams is required or preferred.
• Flex Engineering Assistant levels may be offered depending on training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bridge inspections and analyze existing structures.
• Perform structural analysis, calculations, and prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates and reports.
• Create structural details and draft construction contract specifications.
• Travel to remote sites as needed and assist licensed engineers under supervision.

Skills

Structural engineering

Analytical thinking

Computer skills

Written communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

FE/EIT certificate or LSIT

Job description

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Bridge Section in Juneau is seeking a Flex Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 to support bridge inspections, design, and construction documentation. Base hourly salaries are listed for Assistant 1–3 with OT eligibility, and mentorship toward licensure is offered.

Work involves hands‑on inspection, calculations, drafting, and collaboration with licensed engineers.