General Engineer (Recent Graduate)

Department of Energy Headquarters; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recent Graduates Program at the Department of Energy Headquarters offers a one-year developmental opportunity within the EDF Office of Energy Dominance Financing. The position is at the GS-12 level and is designed to train graduates for possible non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent civil service role.

As a General Engineer, you will plan, prioritize, and execute engineering projects, analyze data to resolve technical uncertainties, develop actionable recommendations, prepare

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and execute engineering projects and initiatives, managing their sequence and progress.
• Research and analyze engineering data to address uncertainties and determine cost‑effective solutions.
• Evaluate and resolve engineering problems and develop sound recommendations for program improvements.
• Prepare budgets and technical specifications and deliver technical reports to senior leadership.

Job description

Open: August 12, 2026 — Closes: August 26, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the EDF Office of Energy Dominance Financing, Department of Energy. The Recent Graduates Program is a dynamic, one-year developmental program that promotes careers in the Federal Government to recent graduates. Recent Graduates who successfully complete Program requirements may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent position in the civil service.

Major Duties

The EDF Office of Energy Dominance Financing office works to secure and strengthen American energy assets; boost American energy innovation and technologies; expand affordable, reliable, and secure energy for all Americans; create American jobs; and bolster national security. The following are the duties of this position at the GS-12. Since you are being selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. As a General Engineer, you will: Plan, prioritize, and execute engineering projects and initiatives, managing their sequence, direction, progress, and overall implementation. Research and analyze engineering data and conditions to address technical uncertainties and determine practical, cost-effective solutions. Evaluate and resolve engineering problems, develop sound recommendations for improving programs or methods, and implement actions to resolve unique technical conflicts and policy issues. Evaluate program needs to prepare essential project management and technical documentation, including budgets and technical specifications. Serve as a technical point of contact to collaborate and negotiate with diverse internal and external organizations, contractors, and individuals on technical engineering matters in diverse technologies including nuclear, fossil, geothermal, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, and transportation technologies. Prepare and deliver comprehensive technical reports and presentations to senior leadership.