Civil Engineer, GS-0810-11 (51993)

Description

• Prepares reports based on field investigations, providing recommendations to resolve any identified issues.
• Assists in conducting Design Quality Control reviews of project Plans & Specifications and A-E submittals.
• Develops designs from the planning stage through final plans for civil, military, and IIS projects, including roads, parking areas, site utilities, grading, drainage, erosion control, signage, striping, retaining walls, and energy infrastructure such as solar and photovoltaic systems.
• Conducts pre-design site surveys to gather necessary field data for civil, military, and IIS projects.
• Reviewing and ensuring design quality control in accordance with engineering codes and standards.
• Attends project review meetings and provides comments or feedback on the design’s compliance with engineering standards and requirements.
• Prepares complete contract plans, specifications, and design analysis for civil projects of varying complexity using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ensures technical accuracy and compliance with UFC and other applicable agency codes and regulations.
• Conducting site investigations and addressing design and construction issues.
• Investigates final design documents in the field to address construction issues, resolve changed field conditions, and assess construction activities.
• Designs and reviews pavements, drainage systems, utilities, and other components, ensuring compliance with standards such as Training Manuals, Engineering Manuals, and United Facilities Criteria (UFC).
• Collaborating with other engineering and architectural disciplines to integrate and implement solutions.
• Utilizing software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D for drafting and designing project components.
• Reviews the integration of other engineering features and identifies any deviations from established design criteria.
• Collaborates with the project team to resolve complex engineering problems and communicate solutions to stakeholders.
• Provides technical guidance to CADD technicians to support the development of designs and to enhance their technical skills.
• Designing and developing civil engineering solutions for complex infrastructure projects such as roads, utilities, drainage systems, and energy systems.

Requirements

• Field Reconnaissance (10%)
• This position is eligible for situational telework.
• A supervisory probationary period may be required.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possession to operate vehicles.
• Engineering Design (65%)
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Utilizes knowledge of engineering principles and practices to design site development for energy projects like microgrids and combined heat and power plants.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.

Benefits

• 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.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance