General Engineer- Direct Hire Authority
About The Position
The General Engineer position is in the Division of LNG - Facility Review & Inspections, Office of Energy Projects (OEP), at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), with a duty location in Washington, DC. The position focuses on engineering and safety reviews of liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities, including their design, construction, and operation. The engineer performs analyses using appropriate engineering models, leads technical meetings on authorized LNG projects, and prepares engineering analyses for Commission National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents for proposed LNG facilities. The role also includes communicating information to stakeholders. Travel of up to 25% may be required, including consecutive overnight stays for inspections, meetings, conferences, and training.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship or nationality.
- Meet the education requirement for the position and submit transcripts with the application.
- At least one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level, performing safety, reliability, and engineering analyses in one or more of these areas: process design; piping and equipment design; pile, foundation, and structural design; or fire protection systems.
- A background investigation is required.
- Travel up to 25% may be required, including consecutive overnight stays.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Generally, male applicants must be registered with the Selective Service.
- If hired, divestiture of certain energy-related securities may be required.
Responsibilities
- Study engineering and safety problems related to the design, construction, and operation of LNG facilities.
- Perform engineering analyses using appropriate engineering models.
- Organize and lead technical meetings on authorized LNG projects.
- Prepare engineering analyses for Commission NEPA documents for proposed LNG facilities.
- Communicate information to stakeholders.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
