Mechanical Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation to recruit qualified candidates for a Mechanical Engineer position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District. The position supports the Department of Veterans Affairs John Cochran Hospital Replacement Program Project.

The engineer surveys and investigates project sites and facilities, coordinates design development and reviews with engineers and architects, and evaluates design objectives and complex technical calculations. The role develops or reviews economical, sustainable, and efficient design and performance approaches while considering applicable influences. It also prepares or reviews drawings, specifications, procurement documents, and cost estimates from project scoping through construction completion and commissioning. The engineer advises, trains, and mentors developing mechanical engineers.

The position requires an active Professional Engineer license and an active state driver's license. Business travel or temporary duty travel may be required up to 15% of the time. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation. The position requires a one-year probationary period.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience managing project-site surveys and investigations; identifying or reviewing economical, sustainable, or efficient design and performance procedures; preparing or reviewing drawings, specifications, and procurement documents; and preparing detailed cost estimates. The posting describes this experience as typical of work at the GS-11 level.
• For the GS-12 grade level, qualification must be based on experience alone; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program, or an eligible combination of education and experience meeting the stated engineering education standard.
• An active Professional Engineer (PE) license in any U.S. state or territory.
• An active driver's license from any U.S. state or territory.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period and receive written certification that continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform, review, or direct project-site surveys and investigations to determine facility conditions and gather data before design begins.
• Coordinate design development and reviews with engineers and architects to ensure all technical areas are addressed.
• Evaluate design objectives and perform or review complex technical C,D,E calculations.
• Identify or review economical, sustainable, and efficient procedures for project design and performance, considering relevant influences.
• Prepare or review drawings, specifications, and supporting procurement documents from initial project scoping through construction completion and commissioning.
• Prepare or assist with detailed cost estimates for project funding, bid evaluations, and contract modifications.
• Advise, train, and mentor developing mechanical engineers on approaches to design problems while meeting applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to regulations and an agency determination that the move is in the Government's interest.
• Additional incentives may be authorized according to agency needs.

What This Job Offers

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