Engineering Technician.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Norfolk (VA); Presencial; USD 75 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The US Army Corps of Engineers in Norfolk, VA is seeking a qualified engineer to prepare drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for procurements, and to develop detailed cost estimates for project funding and contract actions.

You will lead the creation of comprehensive Scope of Work for A-E services, review architect-engineer designs, and coordinate related studies, reports, and correspondence to support design and project leadership efforts.

Qualificações

• One year of specialized experience including cost estimation and project management.
• Experience coordinating service contracts and overseeing machinery and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to prepare drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation for procurements.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare necessary drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for advertised or negotiated procurements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for use in obtaining project funding, in bid evaluation, and in contract modifications.
• Prepare comprehensive Scope of Work for A-E services when required to supplement in-house capability and manages such work.
• Review engineering designs prepared by architect-engineer firms
• Prepare studies, reports, correspondence, and specifications as related to design and project leadership responsibilities.
• Evaluate design objective, identifies, and sequences tasks for economical and efficient project design and performance, considering all influences.

Conhecimentos

Cost estimates

Project management

Engineering methods

Review designs

A-E coordination

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Duties

• At the full performance level, you will:
• Prepare necessary drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for advertised or negotiated procurements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for use in obtaining project funding, in bid evaluation, and in contract modifications.
• Prepare comprehensive Scope of Work for A-E services when required to supplement in-house capability and manages such work.
• Review engineering designs prepared by architect-engineer firms
• Prepare studies, reports, correspondence, and specifications as related to design and project leadership responsibilities.
• Evaluate design objective, identifies, and sequences tasks for economical and efficient project design and performance, considering all influences.

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 25 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• 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 11. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 33% of the time.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Utilizing various engineering methods, principles, and work techniques to advise on or resolve procedural issues; Developing cost estimates; Integrating facility functions, such as engineering and design, cost engineering, construction, real estate, contracting, and other commitments in support of assigned projects into a comprehensive Project Management Plan; Coordinating service contracts; Providing oversight for ongoing machinery, operating equipment, and tools maintenance.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).

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 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 Engineers and Scientists (Non-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.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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 here:

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.