Civil Engineer.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Galveston, TX is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, including levees, channels, pumping stations, jetties, and shore protection.

The role emphasizes independent site visits, data review, and technical coordination with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, durable solutions. Responsibilities include preparing contract plans and specifications, performing peer reviews, verifying instrumentation

Qualifications

• P.E. license or registration is required and must be submitted with your application.
• One-year probationary period may apply per 5 CFR Part 315.
• Resume must show relevant experience, including volunteer work if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations and design for levees, channels, pumping stations, jetties, dikes, breakwaters and shore protection projects.
• Perform site visits to locate borings and assess accessibility.
• Prepare contract plans and specifications for assigned projects.
• Review instrumentation data for anomalies and conduct investigations to identify deficiencies.
• Perform peer reviews on others' work.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations applicable to the work.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Site investigations

Levee/channel design

Peer reviews

Education

Professional Engineering (P.E.) license

Job description

Duties

• Serve as Senior Engineer for investigations and design of geotechnical aspects of levees, channels, pumping stations, jetties, dikes, breakwaters and shore protection of major civil projects and other unique geotechnical assignments.
• Perform site visits to locate the borings and assess the accessibility of the site.
• Prepare contract plans and specifications for assigned projects.
• Review instrumentation data for anomalous readings and performs investigations to correct or identify any deficiencies.
• Perform peer reviews on work completed by others.
• Responsible for observing all safety rules, regulations and directive applicable to the work assignment.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License or registration is required. You MUST submit a copy of license or proof of registration with your application package.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is a(n) Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers (CASIE) Career Management Directorate.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive of up to 25% of the Base Salary, MAY be offered, depending on funding availability and management discretion. An Incentive must be requested by selected applicant at the time of the tentative job offer and approved prior to hire. An Incentive requires a signed service agreement.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.