General Engineer - Recent Graduate

Department of Energy Headquarters•Anchorage, AK

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Recent Graduates Program is a one-year developmental program intended to promote careers in the Federal Government. Participants receive training and professional development, complete an Individual Development Plan (IDP), and are assigned a mentor. Participants who successfully complete program requirements may be considered for noncompetitive conversion to a term or permanent civil-service position; conversion is not automatic or guaranteed and is at the discretion of the hiring manager and employing office. The General Engineer position may be filled at varying full-performance levels, such as GS-11, GS-12, or GS-13 equivalent, depending on the selecting program office’s needs. Specific grade levels and responsibilities will be discussed during the interview process. Multiple vacancies may be filled at listed locations. The position is not remote; the employee must report to the selected duty station. Salary is determined by duty location after selection, and management may select at any grade level. The position may be in the 0801 or 1301 series and is subject to the applicable basic education requirements. Recent Graduate eligibility generally requires a qualifying degree, certificate, or career or technical education program completed within the previous two years, with specified exceptions for veterans whose military service obligation delayed their application. The appointment requires a Pathways Recent Graduate Participant Agreement, and participants serve a trial period for the duration of their excepted-service appointment. Positions may require financial disclosure, drug testing, and participation in the DOE Technical Qualifications Program, as applicable. The Department of Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states its commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. The position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It may be covered by a bargaining unit, depending on the departmental element, grade, and location. Relocation expenses or incentives, recruitment incentives, student loan repayment, advance in hire, and creditable service may be available. Federal employees receive access to a benefits package, with eligibility depending on appointment type and work schedule.

Requirements

Be a U.S. Citizen, National, or a Foreign National who meets applicable immigration and annual appropriations laws.
Meet the applicable Pathways Recent Graduate eligibility requirements, including qualifying recent completion of a degree, certificate, or career or technical education program, or eligibility as a qualifying student or veteran.
Provide proof of qualifying education or program completion; veterans claiming an extended eligibility period must provide a DD-214 showing the service that precluded applying.
Meet the applicable basic education requirements for the 0801 or 1301 series, as specified in the announcement.
For GS-07 qualification through experience, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05, including assisting with project execution using basic engineering principles and documenting engineering findings; alternatives include qualifying graduate education, superior academic achievement, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
For GS-09 qualification through experience, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07, including conducting engineering research and analysis to interpret technical data for project support and drafting concise technical reports and engineering communications; alternatives include qualifying graduate education or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
Meet eligibility and qualification requirements within two months of the announcement closing date.
Be suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Complete a Pathways Recent Graduate Participant Agreement and serve the required trial period.
If selected for a position requiring financial disclosure, submit the OGE-450 within 30 days of entering the position and annually thereafter.
If selected for a Testing Designated Position, comply with applicant testing and subsequent random drug testing.
If selected for a position included in the DOE Technical Qualifications Program, complete applicable program requirements within 18 months of entry, or within 12 months if previously qualified.

Responsibilities

Plan, prioritize, and execute engineering projects and initiatives, managing their sequence, direction, progress, and implementation.
Research and analyze engineering data and conditions to address technical uncertainties and identify practical, cost-effective solutions.
Evaluate and resolve engineering problems; develop recommendations for improving programs or methods; and implement actions to resolve technical conflicts and policy issues.
Evaluate program needs and prepare project-management and technical documentation, including budgets and technical specifications.
Prepare and deliver comprehensive technical reports and presentations to senior leadership.