Civil Engineer (Structural)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Jacksonville, FL

21h

About The Position

Serves as a senior engineer developing structural designs for single- and multipurpose Civil Works water resource projects, including spillways, locks, pumping stations, and appurtenant structures. The role develops plans and specifications, provides technical guidance and review, conducts field investigations and inspections, and supports construction for District and Architect-Engineer projects. The engineer coordinates with other disciplines and represents the organization in meetings and conferences, communicating technical information to a range of audiences.

The position requires Professional Engineering Registration and one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level. Specialized experience includes producing engineering reports, construction plans and specifications, and cost estimates for civil works projects; preparing project budgets and schedules; and tracking project execution to deliver quality products on time and within budget. Education cannot substitute for the required experience. Applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must also meet the stated time-in-grade requirement.

Appointment may be subject to a background investigation and suitability or fitness determination. Travel is 15%. The position includes a one-year probationary period and requires proof of U.S. citizenship and direct deposit of pay. Multiple positions may be filled. PCS allowances and certain incentives may be authorized when appropriate and in the Government's interest.

Requirements

• Professional Engineering Registration is required.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-11 in the Federal service, including structural engineering work producing reports, construction plans and specifications, and cost estimates for civil works projects.
• Experience preparing project budgets and schedules.
• Experience tracking project execution for budget, schedule, and quality, and delivering quality products on time and within budget.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Travel requirement is 15%.
• Applicants must meet one of the listed employment authority categories to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs for Civil Works water resource projects, including spillways, locks, pumping stations, and appurtenant structures.
• Apply linear and nonlinear analysis, including static and dynamic/seismic analysis, numerical methods, thermal stresses, and nonlinear material behavior.
• Prepare plans and specifications for structures that meet project-specific site requirements.
• Participate in District meetings to discuss issues, provide technical guidance, identify potential problems, recommend resolutions, and advise on controversial or conflicting matters.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable organizational policies, technical standards, and the quality management system.
• Review design calculations, plans, specifications, and cost estimates prepared by District personnel, consultants, and contractors.
• Conduct field investigations and observations, and recommend how field conditions should inform designs.
• Inspect completed structures to assess structural deficiencies and their relationship to operational difficulties; prepare reports recommending corrections and repairs.
• Conduct periodic inspections and prepare reports for submission to higher authority.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including shop drawing reviews, site observations and written reports, responses to Requests for Information, and coordination of meetings for District and Architect-Engineer projects.
• Represent the organization in internal and external meetings and conferences, participate in evaluating complex projects, and recommend practical solutions.
• Communicate technical material effectively in writing and orally, including preparing and presenting it to varied audiences.
• Coordinate structural project work with geotechnical, structural, civil design, mechanical, electrical, cost, and other engineering disciplines.
• Prepare project budgets and schedules, track project execution for budget, schedule, and quality, and deliver quality products on time and within budget.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families.
• Student Loan Repayment may be offered when appropriate and in the Government's best interest.
• Advanced In-hire may be offered to new Federal employees when appropriate and in the Government's best interest.
• Advanced Leave Accrual may be offered to new Federal employees when appropriate and in the Government's best interest.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances or entitlement may be authorized, subject to applicable provisions and agency determination.
• Relocation or recruitment incentives may be offered when appropriate and in the Government's best interest.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed