Interim Branch President – David Sandberg, PE, MBA

David Sandberg is the Interim ASCE Fairbanks Branch President and a professional civil engineer with degrees in engineering and business from UAF. With a background spanning construction, project leadership, and mentoring, he brings both practical and personal insight to his work. A fourth-generation Fairbanksan, David enjoys hiking, music, and exploring Alaska’s wild places with friends and family. Fun fact: he’s coached soccer, sung with the Alaska Chamber Chorale, and even had a poem about Costco published. 

Interim Branch Vice President – Cutter Degerlund, PE

Charles “Cutter” Degerlund leads a team of Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects at Design Alaska, where he puts over 20 years of design and construction experience to work on projects across the state. A lifelong Alaskan, Cutter is passionate about improving access and infrastructure while also giving back through search and rescue service and youth mentoring. He finds his greatest joy adventuring with his wife and kids, whether pushing boundaries outdoors or making a difference in their community.

Interim Branch Treasurer - Nathan Goering, PE

Nathan Goering is a Utility Engineer at Utility Services of Alaska, where he designs and manages water and wastewater projects that keep Fairbanks running. Originally from Anchorage, he came north to attend UAF and never left—except for a three-year adventure in Germany as a stay-at-home dad and “chauffeur” for his wife. Nathan enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and playing strategy games like Warmachine and board games. He’s excited to help grow the ASCE Fairbanks Branch.

Interim Branch Secretary - Rachel Bruesch, EIT

Rachel Bruesch is a Transportation Designer at DOWL’s Fairbanks office, working on DOT projects across Alaska as well as local site design. A UAF graduate, she previously served as Secretary and President of the UAF ASCE Student Chapter and was active in the concrete canoe and steel bridge teams. Outside of work, Rachel loves spending time at her aerial gym, floating the river on sunny days, and exploring Fairbanks’ trails with her dog.