Supervisory Interdisciplinary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Philadelphia, PA

6d

About The Position

This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to a competitive-service position in the Marine Design Center's Machinery Branch. The position serves as Chief of the Machinery Section and supervises approximately 8 to 12 subordinates, primarily mechanical, marine, and electrical engineers and technicians. Work covers major items of floating plant for the Corps of Engineers and consultant services for other federal organizations, and occasionally foreign governments. The role requires broad knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory and practices related to marine systems and associated engineering disciplines. The incumbent's technical expertise is recognized and used throughout the Marine Design Center, USACE, and other government entities. A valid Professional Engineering License must be obtained and maintained.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience leading a diverse team of professionals, such as engineers.
• Experience in engineering associated with vessel system designs, such as mechanical systems, HVAC, electrical load analysis, or power transmission.
• Experience addressing engineering needs for different types of floating plant, such as dredges, derrick boats, barges, tugboats, and towboats.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Professional Engineering License.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• A financial disclosure report is required upon entry and annually thereafter.
• Appointment may require a suitability or fitness determination and background investigation.
• A one-year probationary period is required unless previously completed.
• Travel of 25% is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work activities of approximately 8 to 12 subordinates, primarily engineers and technicians.
• Plan and assign work, establish priorities and deadlines, and consider work difficulty and employee capabilities.
• Provide technical expertise on marine systems and related engineering disciplines for floating plant work and consultant services.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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