Senior Mechanical Engineer – Facilities & Construction

Department of Homeland Security; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard in Birmingham, Alabama seeks a GS-0830-12 Mechanical Engineer to support facility design, analysis, and project execution.

The position requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus specialized experience in building codes, life-safety standards, and environmental regulations. Responsibilities include reviewing design submissions, developing project scopes, conducting site

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• To qualify at GS-12, one full year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 in the federal sector.
• Experience applying building codes, life-safety standards, ADA requirements, and environmental regulations in engineering design or facility assessments.
• Ability to review contractor submissions, monitor schedules, and provide technical guidance during project execution.

Responsibilities

• Applying building codes and life-safety standards in design or facility assessments.
• Reviewing contractor or AE design submissions for technical accuracy and schedule adherence.
• Developing project scopes, site investigations, cost estimates, and project schedules for construction or renovation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Education—experience mix

Job description

The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard in Birmingham, Alabama seeks a GS-0830-12 Mechanical Engineer to support facility design, analysis, and project execution.

The position requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus specialized experience in building codes, life-safety standards, and environmental regulations. Responsibilities include reviewing design submissions, developing project scopes, conducting site