Mechanical Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship; proof of citizenship is required.
• A valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Basic requirement for the Mechanical Engineer 0830 series: a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program, or qualifying coursework in calculus and specified engineering science or physics areas; alternatively, qualifying education, training, and technical experience may satisfy the standard through specified registration/licensure, written examination, coursework, or related-curriculum pathways.
• At least one year of specialized experience involving onsite mechanical engineering, contract administration, and quality assurance of work; alternatively, qualifying doctoral-level graduate education or a combination of qualifying education and experience.
• Applicants using foreign education to meet requirements must provide an evaluation showing it is equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or show that full course credit was given by a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical installation and inspect mechanical construction operations.
• Oversee upgrades to utilities and services and renovations of existing buildings.
• Prepare inspection reports for applicable contracts.
• Recommend operational and functional tests to protect the interests of the Government.
• Observe contractor operations to ensure compliance with specifications and monitor contractual requirements, including labor standards, progress, safety provisions, work practices, and methods.
• Prepare estimates of completed work for partial payment to contractors.
• As described in the specialized experience criteria, review and approve contractor construction schedules and quality-control procedures; advise contractors on technical problems and take timely corrective action; interpret plans and specifications and determine whether methods and materials comply with contract specifications; and negotiate contract adjustments for change orders and prepare negotiation records recommending adjustments.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and an agency determination that the move is in the Government's interest.
• Possible advanced in-hire, recruitment, or relocation incentives may be authorized if determined to be in the Government's best interest.