Summary
About the Position: Serves as a senior engineer in the development of structural designs of single and multiple purpose Civil Works Water Resource projects for the District which include structures such as spillways, locks, pumping stations, and necessary appurtenant structures.
Responsibilities
Knowledge in both linear and non-linear analysis (e.g., static, dynamic/seismic design and analysis, numerical methods, thermal stresses induced by the environment and the heat of hydration of cement, nonlinear material behavior)
Knowledge of concepts, principles, and theories related to the design and analysis of complex structure using a variety of materials such as buildings, dams, spillways, navigation locks, culverts, and other determinate or indeterminate systems.
Prepare and develop plans and specifications for all types of structures derived from in-house design that satisfy the project site specific design requirements.
Participate in meetings with the District to discuss issues, provide technical guidance, identify potential problems, and propose procedures for resolution and advise on controversial and/or conflicting matters to assure successful project designs.
Maintain a working knowledge of all current and applicable organizational policy, technical standards, and quality management system.
Technical review of design calculations, plans, specifications, and cost estimates prepared by others in the district, consultants, and contractors.
Perform field investigations, observations, and recommendations for the purpose of evaluating field conditions for applicable use in the development of designs.
Perform field inspection of completed structures for the purpose of analyzing causes and effects of structural deficiencies and their relation to operational difficulties.
Prepare reports with recommendations for correction and repair of such deficiencies. Performs periodic inspections and prepares inspection reports for submission to higher authority.
Perform engineering support during construction including shop drawing review, site observation including written reports, response to Requests for Information (RFI’s) and coordinate meetings for both District and AE design projects.
Represent the organization in internal and external meetings and conferences as a team member in structure design and actively participate to evaluate complex projects and recommend practical solutions.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and have experience in preparation and presentation of technical material to an array of audiences.
Coordinate structure project work with other engineering disciplines. (E.g., Geotechnical, Structural, Civil Design, Mechanical, Electrical, Cost, etc.)
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/ or 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 in this document. Basic Requirement for Engineers: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Specialized Experience: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes;(1) Perform as a structural engineer in the production of engineering products such as reports, construction plans and specifications (P&S), cost estimates for civil works projects such as locks, dams, spillways, pumping stations, retaining wall systems, culverts, levees, and channels. (2) Ability to prepare budgets and schedules for projects. (3) Tracking project execution (budget, schedule, and quality) and delivering quality products on time and within budget. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.