Technical Engineer​/Architect ; PCN

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)

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.

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.

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…