Oil Patch Bits: PND Engineers Inc. announces new hires in Anchorage

PND Engineers Inc. said Sept. 8 that Bill Jamison and Rachel McKinney has joined its Anchorage office.

Bill Jamison, P.E., first joined PND in 2003, and is now rejoining the team with his expertise in marine design, structural bridge design, and construction inspection. Jamison is a lifelong Alaskan with several years of practical construction experience. He graduated from University of Alaska Anchorage in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering and is an Alaska-registered professional engineer. Jamison brings project administration background including contract development, bid phase support, construction inspection, and cost estimating to his position.

Rachael McKinney was brought on as the firm’s marketing coordinator. McKinney holds a Master of Science in journalism from West Virginia University. In addition to her background in writing and editing, she has experience in graphic design, computer programming, and strategic communication. Before joining PND, McKinney served one year as an AmeriCorps VISTA for a local nonprofit in Anchorage. She will assist the team in proposal development and procurement effort.