Engineering Technician, GS-0802-11 (84285)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentives

Situational telework

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a skilled designer for the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division, Pittsburgh District, to develop detailed structural drawings using CADD/BIM and coordinate with engineers.

Responsibilities include creating 3D models, preparing drawing packages for structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical fields, and reviewing designs for accuracy against contract requirements. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience equivalent to GS-10: using CADD and/or BIM to prepare drawings for structural projects; developing structural layouts and details for concrete, steel or foundations; performing engineering computations to establish lines, grades, and dimensions; reviewing drawings for project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops complete and intricate drawings of structural items using sketches and verbal instructions.
• Prepares preliminary and final structural layouts with CADD and BIM software.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs teams in preparation of complex drawing packages for structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering fields.
• Reviews drawings from an engineering viewpoint for necessary changes and accuracy.
• Performs complex computations to verify adequacy of design details and estimates material quantities.
• Reviews contractor submittals for conformance with contract requirements and USACE standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

CADD

BIM

Job description

USACE Organization

Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD) - Pittsburgh District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD) - Pittsburgh District

Locations (City, State)

Pittsburgh, PA; Nashville, TN; Detroit, MI; Chicago, IL; Louisville, KY; Huntington, WV; Buffalo, NY

Position Overview/Duties

• Develops complete and intricate drawings of structural items such as reinforced concrete, steel, wood, and foundation systems using sketches, notes, and verbal instructions from engineers.
• Prepares preliminary and final structural layouts by creating advanced 3-dimensional models using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs teams in preparation of complex drawing packages for structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering fields, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Reviews completed drawings and designs from an engineering viewpoint, identifying necessary changes and ensuring details are adequate and accurate.
• Performs complex computations to verify the adequacy of structural design details and calculates material quantity estimates for technical studies and design submissions.
• Independently reviews and coordinates contractor technical submittals, including shop drawings, for accuracy and conformance with contract requirements and established USACE standards.

The primary duty station is preferred to be the Pittsburgh Office. However, qualified applicants may negotiate placement at other LRD District locations based on business necessity, leadership approval, and space availability.

Other Conditions And Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY:

US Citizens.

Other Conditions And Requirements

• To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-10) in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes utilizing CADD and/or BIM software to prepare drawings for structural engineering projects; assisting in the development of structural layouts and details for items like concrete, steel, or foundations; performing standard engineering computations to establish lines, grades, and dimensions; and reviewing technical drawings to ensure they conform with project requirements and standards.

Other Requirements, Conditions Of Employment And Information

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework.
• Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
• Position may require travel up to (20%) of duty time.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives may be authorized (up to 25%).
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Your Resume:

• For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
• Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy:

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

GS Standards

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.