Engineering Assistant 1​/State of Alaska

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Northern Region Design and Engineering Services , is looking to fill our Engineering Assistant 1/2/3 Flex position to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:
In this position, you will develop and deliver highway and airport design projects from initial planning through final design and construction support. Responsibilities include preparing preliminary and detailed engineering designs, coordinating with utility companies and right-of-way staff, conducting field investigations, developing technical specifications, and preparing construction cost estimates. You will work closely with environmental, design, and technical specialists to evaluate project impacts and develop practical solutions.

The role also includes supporting public involvement efforts by assisting with stakeholder meetings, presentations, and responses to public comments throughout the project development process. Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is committed to its mission of Keep Alaska Moving by building and maintaining a modern, resilient transportation system that serves communities across the state. Through collaboration, communication, and teamwork, we partner across the department and with local communities to deliver effective transportation solutions for Alaskans. As part of the Northern Region Design and Engineering Services Highway Design Team, this position plays an important role in advancing DOT&PF’s mission by supporting the timely delivery of transportation projects that improve safety, modernize infrastructure, and enhance quality of life for Alaskans.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) means becoming part of a collaborative team delivering meaningful transportation projects across Northern Alaska. We offer opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and hands‑on experience in a dynamic work environment built on integrity, excellence, respect, and teamwork.

This position will work from the DOT&PF complex in Fairbanks , which houses all of Northern Region’s design, construction, maintenance and support staff between multiple buildings within walking distance along Peger Road. The daily work environment is highly collaborative.

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving :
Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary

Leadership :
Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations