The DDC team has overall responsibility for the planning and development of all UAF infrastructure and facilities to meet the educational and research needs of our vibrant university and community. The Facilities Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work under the supervision of an experienced mechanical engineering staff and in cooperation with project managers and design professionals to troubleshoot,research, and engineer/design facilities systems and controls that serve the Fairbanks and remote campuses. Employees here enjoy professional development and training support, a fun and friendly atmosphere with a predictable schedule, and a wide array of ongoing building and facilities projects to keep things interesting. No two projects are the same!

To thrive in this role, you will have knowledge of mechanical and plumbing codes, as well as building heating, plumbing, refrigeration and control systems. You will need to be able to clearly communicate technical information to engineering teams and contractors, but also to building users and laypersons. You will rely on use/knowledge of computer systems and applications including Windows operating system(s), AutoCAD, spreadsheets, word processors, and scheduling software. An ideal candidate would have some knowledge of current building codes, construction trade codes, life safety codes, and construction scheduling, cost estimating, and materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited engineering program. Qualified to sit for the State of Alaska professional registration exam in the Mechanical Engineering discipline. Some work experience acquired in an entry-level engineering position or appropriate graduate level study.

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.

Position Details:

This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.



This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.