Civil Engineer (Structural)

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies as a "Best Place to Work" in the Federal government! This CIVIL ENGINEER (STRUCTURAL) position is located in the Office of Energy Projects. For more information visit: Office of Energy Projects(OEP)

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• A background investigation is required.
• This is a bargaining unit position (AFGE Local 421).
• Generally, male applicants must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Must submit transcripts.
• Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• If hired, you may be required to divest certain energy-related securities.
• Travel is required to conduct site inspections, attend meetings, conferences, or training.
• Site inspections may involve arduous physical activity such as hiking in mountainous terrain and climbing steeply inclined faces of dams.
• Must have one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level.
• Specialized experience is defined as: experience independently applying expert level structural engineering to the analysis, investigation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of hydropower facilities or dams and similar structures (such as bridges and buildings).
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience.
• Please do not cut and paste the "Duties" section, specialized experience statement, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Conducting dam inspections, performs and reviews analyses, reviews plans and specifications for design and construction, and provides technical comments for licensed hydroelectric projects with difficult, complex, and/or controversial features with a focus on the structural elements, such as concrete dams, gates, intakes, powerhouses, etc.
• Preparing engineering reports and letters, including detailed comments and recommendations, to establish and document dam safety of hydroelectric projects.
• Evaluating the adequacy of design, constructability, and compliance with the Commission's guidelines and current engineering criteria and practices for a wide range of structures including various types of concrete dams and appurtenant structures such as gates, intakes, and powerhouses.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level