Electrical Engineer

U.S. Coast Guard; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 101,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Coast Guard in Warwick, RI seeks an Electrical Engineer (GS-0850-12) to serve as Project Manager in the CEU-Prov Design Section B, developing scopes, performing site investigations, designing electrical systems, and preparing drawings, specs, and cost estimates.

You will review A/E submissions and provide construction oversight. Coordination with customers, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams is essential, as is the ability to identify deficiencies and propose corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Develop project scopes and conduct site investigations to identify electrical engineering requirements.
• Review A/E electrical design work, specifications, cost estimates, and technical submissions for adequacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, conduct site investigations, design electrical systems, and prepare drawings, specs, and cost estimates.
• Review submissions from A/E contractors and provide construction oversight and technical guidance.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project development and execution.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Project management

Design and analysis

Technical documentation

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

• Department: Department of Homeland Security

This vacancy is for a GS - 0850 - 12, Electrical Engineer located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT PROVIDENCE-PRODUCT LINE in WARWICK, Rhode Island. THIS ANNOUCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENED AND WILL NOW CLOSE 10/01/2026

Key Responsibilities

You will serve as an Electrical Engineer ,this position works within the United States Coast Guard (USCG), Civil Engineering Unit Providence ( CEU-Prov), Design Section B. This position serves as a Project Manager/Electrical Engineer within a multi-disciplinary architectural and engineering team. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Developing project scopes and conducting site investigations to identify electrical engineering requirements, establish project parameters, and develop appropriate design solutions. Designing and analyzing complex electrical systems and preparing engineering drawings, specifications, technical calculations, and cost estimates for facility construction and renovation projects.

Reviewing and evaluating A/E electrical design work, specifications, cost estimates, and technical submissions for adequacy and compliance with project requirements. Providing technical oversight during construction, including reviewing submittals, evaluating change requirements, conducting inspections, and assessing contractor performance.

Assessing facility electrical systems and components to identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and restore or improve operational capability. Resolving complex electrical engineering problems requiring adaptation of established practices, engineering principles, and technical requirements.

Coordinating electrical engineering requirements with customers, A/E contractors, contracting personnel, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project development and execution.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information

Requirements & Education

This position has a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Are you qualifying based on education? Submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) from an accredited institution.

Once selected & prior to appointment, applicants must provide an official college transcript. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. (see FOREIGN EDUCATION below).

College Transcript: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) by the closing date of this announcement or you will be disqualified from further consideration.

Transcripts should be legible and detailed, showing course number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours, and grade earned. If course content cannot be easily identified from the title of the course as listed on your transcript, you must submit an official course description from the college/university that reflects the content at the time the course was taken.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. To receive this credit, you must submit evidence of equivalency as provided by a credentialling evaluation service. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application.

See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $101375 – $131790/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-01.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.