Technical Engineer 2 / Architect 2 (PCN 250178)

State of Alaska; Juneau, Anchorage, Fairbanks (AK, AK, AK); Híbrido; USD 113.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Telework option

Competitive benefits

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Alaska’s Department of Transportation and Public Facilities seeks a Construction Standards Engineer (Technical Engineer 2/Architect 2) to develop statewide policies, standards, and manuals for Alaska’s transportation infrastructure.

Position may be located in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or Juneau with a flexible telework option; involves statewide coordination, travel for statewide/national meetings, and collaboration with federal agencies and industry partners.

Formación

• Registration as a professional engineer (PE) or professional architect, and three years of professional engineering or architectural experience, with one year at Engineer/Architect 1 or 2 in Alaska or equivalent elsewhere.

Responsabilidades

• Develop statewide policies, procedures, and construction standards to support consistent project delivery and quality transportation infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance to project staff and regional offices on construction-related issues, standards, and technical matters.
• Analyze and resolve complex construction contracts, specifications, and technical issues.
• Research national engineering standards and evaluate applicability to DOTPF projects.
• Review exceptions to national standards and coordinate with federal/state agencies to develop solutions.
• Collaborate with regional and statewide staff on construction issues and statewide approaches.
• Coordinate with FHWA, FAA and other agencies on standards and issues.
• Administer the Statewide Value Engineering program and coordinate with VE coordinators.
• Participate on statewide and national committees as the DOTPF representative.

Conocimientos

Creative thinking

Transportation engineering

Technical competence

Teamwork

Influencing/Negotiating

Educación

PE or Architect license

Descripción del empleo

Technical Engineer 2 / Architect 2 (PCN 250178) in Juneau or Anchorage or Fairbanks, AK

Anchorage: $ 4,372.50 / Bi-Weekly (OT Ineligible)

Fairbanks: $ 4,503.75 / Bi-Weekly (OT Ineligible)

Juneau: $ 4,591.50 / Bi-Weekly (OT Ineligible)

Job Description

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Project Delivery - Bridge Design, is looking for a Construction Standards Engineer (Technical Engineer 2/Architect 2) to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

This key technical position will:

• Develop statewide policies, procedures, and construction standards, including manuals and standard specifications, to support consistent project delivery and quality transportation infrastructure;
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project delivery staff and regional offices on construction-related issues, policies, procedures, standards, and technical matters;
• Analyze and resolve complex or challenging construction contract, specification, and technical issues;
• Research national engineering standards, specifications, and professional literature related to design, construction, and transportation topics, and evaluate their applicability to DOT&PF projects;
• Review and evaluate proposed exceptions to national standards and regulations, and coordinate with federal and State regulatory agencies and others to develop appropriate solutions;
• Collaborate with regional and statewide staff to address complex construction issues and develop consistent statewide approaches;
• Coordinate with FHWA, FAA, other agencies, industry representatives, and professional organizations on construction standards, specifications, and technical issues;
• Administer the Statewide Value Engineering program, including coordinating with Regional VE coordinators, supporting project teams, and evaluating recommendations to improve project value and outcomes;
• Participate on statewide and national committees as the DOT&PF representative.

Our organization, mission, and culture

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving by developing and maintaining a modern, adaptable, and resilient transportation system. We value collaboration, communication, and coordination, recognizing that working together and leveraging resources across the department, as well as with communities and private‑sector partners, helps us better serve Alaskans. This position supports that mission by developing and maintaining statewide construction standards that promote consistent, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.

Benefits of joining our team

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities offers the opportunity to do meaningful work that directly supports Alaska’s transportation system and the communities we serve. The Statewide Design & Engineering Services team is a collaborative group of experienced professionals who work on a wide variety of technical, statewide, and transportation-related issues. This position offers opportunities to grow your technical expertise, work with regional and statewide staff, and collaborate with federal agencies, industry professionals, and other transportation partners. In addition to competitive salary, generous leave, holiday, and retirement benefits, DOT&PF offers professional development opportunities and a flexible work environment with the option to telework.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/ .

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

The working environment you can expect

This position may be located in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or Juneau and offers a flexible work environment with the option to telework. Working for DOT&PF provides a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment, with opportunities to collaborate with professionals across Alaska, work through a variety of technical and construction-related issues and contribute to the development and maintenance of critical transportation infrastructure across the state. The position may also involve occasional travel for statewide and national meetings, training, workshops, and other professional events.

Who we are looking for

• Creative Thinking: Uses imagination to develop new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to problems; designs new methods where established methods and procedures are inapplicable or are unavailable.
• Transportation Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods applicable to planning, designing, and constructing of transportation systems including traffic analysis, signal analysis, highway capacity, pavement design, bridge construction, planning of transportation projects, environmental analysis of transportation facilities, and transportation network analysis.
• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one’s job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Influencing/Negotiating: Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

Registration as a professional engineer (PE) or professional architect, and three years of professional engineering or architectural experience (Engineer/Architect 1 or higher), of which one year was as a Technical Engineer 1 / Architect 1 or Engineer/Architect 2 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

Special Note

Persons not registered in the State of Alaska must be registered in a state recognized by the State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors eligible for comity in accordance with AS 08.48.191(b). Persons employed under this provision must become registered in Alaska within one year of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Additional Required Information

• Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.
• Copy of current professional engineering license

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Name: Judy Anunciacion, P.E.

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