Engineering Assistant (EA1-3) – Inspection & Design Support

DGS Office of External Affairs; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities seeks Engineering Assistants (EA1–EA3) to support Nome-based infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airports, and utilities. Responsibilities include inspection, documentation, testing, coordination with contractors, and design support.

This flexibly staffed role offers clear pathways for career progression within the Engineering Assistant series and competitive state benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or land surveying from ABET-accredited institution (or equivalent with EIT/LSIT certificate)
• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License required
• For EA2: One year entry-level engineering experience or five years progressively responsible subprofessional engineering experience
• For EA3: Two years engineering experience with one year at working/intermediate trainee level
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, problem-solving, oral communication, accountability, and teamwork competencies

Responsibilities

• Construction inspection
• Project documentation
• Materials testing
• Contractor coordination
• Design support

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

EIT/LSIT certificate

Job description

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities seeks Engineering Assistants (EA1–EA3) to support Nome-based infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airports, and utilities. Responsibilities include inspection, documentation, testing, coordination with contractors, and design support.

This flexibly staffed role offers clear pathways for career progression within the Engineering Assistant series and competitive state benefits.