Demo

Engineer/Architect 1 - Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 (PCN 25-0199)

State of Alaska
Juneau, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 1/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/21/2025

Job Description

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE
The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Design & Engineering Services is looking for an Engineer/Architect 1 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

 

What you will be doing:
This position is assigned to the Bridge Section’s Hydraulics Squad. This group plays an essential role in the delivery of bridge projects. Hydraulics Squad staff ensure that bridges are adequately designed for and protected against major floods, scour risks, debris, river ice, lateral channel migration, and more. This job involves discharge estimation (hydrology), hydraulic modeling, scour countermeasure design, and shore protection provisions for bridges in coastal environments. The incumbent will work regularly with structural and geotechnical engineering staff to ensure bridge substructures meet the hydraulic design objectives. This position will also assist with routine bridge inspections around the state.  

In this position, you will gain:

  • Hydraulic design experience in riverine and coastal settings, including cold climate considerations.
  • Experience inspecting hydraulic structures for scour and erosion. 
  • Experience in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and estimates for construction.
  • Proficiency with hydraulic modeling software. 
  • Experience writing technical reports

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The DOT&PF Bridge Section is a production-oriented office that is comprised of talented, high-performing engineers. The hydraulics engineers must be familiar with Alaska’s diverse landscape and understand its complex flood hazards. Risk factors include winter ice accumulations in rivers, ice jam potential, high rates of geomorphic change, and varying hydrologic regimes. Hydraulic engineers help DOT&PF carry out its mission by ensuring hydraulic structures meet engineering standards and organizational performance goals.
 
The benefits of joining our team:
Alaska DOT&PF offers great opportunities for professional growth, given the state’s wild rivers and dynamic landscape. The position will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and analytical tools – such as unmanned aerial systems and 2-dimenstional modeling software – and will, over time, develop a calibrated eye for Alaska’s river-related risk potentials. Bridge Section staff tend to be more familiar than most with Alaska’s remote areas because we venture far and wide for bridge inspections. We have the privilege of traveling to areas in the state that few others get to visit.

If you are interested in acquiring your Remote Pilot/Part 107 certification, DOT&PF has allocated funds to pay for this program.
 
The working environment you can expect:
The duty station for this position is located in the Headquarters Building in Juneau, Alaska. The majority of work time is spent in a professional/casual office. This job will involve field work assignments for bridge inspections and water-related studies, usually amounting to several weeks per year. Remote Alaska travel may be required, which can involve small airplanes, helicopters, small watercraft, and all-terrain vehicles. Individual trips may last up to two weeks in duration. 
 
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core-competencies:

  • Hydraulic Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods applicable to analysis of the flow of fluids (open channel and pressure flow), estimation of river stages, and design of hydraulic structures, drainage structures, pipes, navigation facilities, reservoirs, locks, and dams.
  • Hydrology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the magnitude, distribution, and quality of water resources including watershed management, climatology, geomorphology, groundwater hydrology, water quality, water resource management, and groundwater/surface water interactions.
  • Design: Knowledge of conceptualizing, developing, producing, understanding, and using plans, models, blueprints, and maps, including the use of tools and instruments to produce precision technical drawings, working prototypes, components, or systems.
 Special Note:
 This job requires:
  • Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer.  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.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Physical ability to descend/ascend bridge embankments and riverbanks is required for this position.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer/Architect 1
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect.

Note: Positions in this class require professional registration as either an Engineer or an Architect. The employer will designate which professional field is required for each position.

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. 



Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1

Registration as a professional engineer (PE) or professional architect, and two years of professional engineering or architectural experience as an Engineer 1, Architectural Assistant 3 or higher 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

At time of interview, if not provided in the application, please provide: 
  

  • A hydraulic engineering design or analysis. This can be a report, the results of a hydraulics model, and/or other computational exhibits.
  • Three (3) professional references, one of which should be from a former or current supervisor with current phone numbers.
  • Two most recent performance evaluations. If applicant does not have any recent performance evaluations, then provide two professional letters of reference.

 

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Engineer/Architect 1 or Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Engineer/Architect 1promotion to the Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS 
This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.
 
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
  
 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
  
 
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
 
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 (907) 465-4095 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

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Michael Knapp, PE, Statewide Hydraulics Engineer
Phone: 907-465-8893
Email: michael.knapp@alaska.gov

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Engineer/Architect 1 - Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 (PCN 25-0199)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Engineer/Architect 1 - Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 (PCN 25-0199) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$150,687 - $187,399
Income Estimation: 
$129,127 - $162,510
Income Estimation: 
$103,075 - $132,729
Income Estimation: 
$123,335 - $160,476
Income Estimation: 
$110,906 - $139,379
Income Estimation: 
$117,606 - $144,658
Income Estimation: 
$110,457 - $133,106
Income Estimation: 
$136,611 - $163,397
Income Estimation: 
$135,163 - $163,519
Income Estimation: 
$131,953 - $159,624
Income Estimation: 
$150,859 - $181,127
Income Estimation: 
$71,913 - $88,786
Income Estimation: 
$87,429 - $110,032
Income Estimation: 
$85,699 - $106,221
Income Estimation: 
$78,429 - $98,330
Income Estimation: 
$79,473 - $93,666
Income Estimation: 
$90,372 - $103,622
Income Estimation: 
$61,825 - $80,560
Income Estimation: 
$90,032 - $105,965
Income Estimation: 
$85,996 - $102,718
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at State of Alaska

State of Alaska
Hired Organization Address Anchorage, AK Full Time
The Calendaring Division of the Anchorage District Court is accepting applications for Court Case Managers 1 (range 10)....
State of Alaska
Hired Organization Address Point, AK Full Time
Job Description ***The Department of Corrections is currently offering a hire incentive bonus of up to $15,000.00 to new...
State of Alaska
Hired Organization Address Anchorage, AK Full Time
Job Description ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Centra...
State of Alaska
Hired Organization Address Fairbanks, AK Full Time
The Department of Family and Community Services, Office of Children's Services (OCS) is recruiting for full-time Protect...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Engineer/Architect 1 - Technical Engineer 1/Architect 1 (PCN 25-0199) jobs in the Juneau, AK area that may be a better fit.

Engineer/Architect 2/3

State of Alaska, Juneau, AK

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!