Mechanical Engineer

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

This public notice flyer is intended to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through the flyer; interested applicants should follow the “How to Apply” section for information on how to be considered. The flyer may be used as positions become available, but there may or may not be actual vacancies filled from it.

The Mechanical Engineer evaluates contractor submittals and technical information for Government construction contracts, works with contractors and Government representatives to establish materials, testing, and building commissioning requirements, and reviews design and construction work for technical adequacy, design excellence, and regulatory compliance. The role also supports architect-engineer and design-build selection processes and develops facility standard design documents with users and facility proponents.

This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation for qualified candidates in the competitive service. The position may require temporary duty travel up to 20% of the time and may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation. The position requires a one-year probationary period. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering from a school with at least one ABET-accredited program; the degree must be documented on an official transcript.
• For GS-12 qualification, one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level.
• Specialized experience applying advanced mechanical engineering design and construction techniques to develop design plans and specifications for structures and buildings.
• Specialized experience using computer-aided design and building information modeling software, such as REVIT.
• Specialized experience developing design plans and specifications for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and other systems for complex construction, renovation, or maintenance projects.
• Applicants qualifying through foreign education must provide an evaluation showing equivalency to U.S. accredited education or evidence of full credit for the coursework at a U.S.-accredited college or university.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A one-year probationary period is required.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and determine the adequacy of shop drawings, samples, certificates of compliance, laboratory analyses, and other contractor submittals and data covered by Government contracts.
• Meet with contractors, manufacturers’ representatives, and Government agency representatives to establish materials, testing, and building commissioning requirements.
• Evaluate technical data concerning design, materials, equipment, shop drawings, proposed modifications and additions, and contractor installation methods.
• Participate in architect-engineer and/or design-build evaluation and selection processes.
• Evaluate and/or recommend the work of design and construction firms to ensure design excellence and compliance with regulations and design criteria.
• Develop and maintain facility standard design documents in coordination with users and facility proponents.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.

What This Job Offers

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