About this role
Job SummaryDo you have experience performing field engineering, contract administration, and troubleshooting of utility systems? If so, consider joining our amazing team with the NIH, Office of Research Facilities (ORF), Division of Technical Resources!
QualificationsTo qualify for an Engineering Technician position at the GS-09 level, you must: A. have 2 full years of graduate education or a master's degree directly related to the work of the position; OR B. have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Installing and troubleshooting the operation of electronic controls, equipment, and systems; investigating project sites to determine the condition of a facility or property; recording observations and technical information; making in-progress inspections; drafting technical graphs and plots to visually explain compiled inspection data. OR C. have a combination of post-baccalaureate education in a related field, and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify for an Engineering Technician position at the GS-10 level, you must: have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in evaluating designs and preparing technical drawings in support of an engineering or construction project; investigating project sites to determine the condition of a facility or property and recording observations and technical information; making in-progress inspections; and drafting technical graphs and plots to visually explain compiled inspection data. To qualify for an Engineering Technician position at the GS-11 level, you must: have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-10 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: designing and developing technical drawings in support of an engineering project; preparing project plans including overall project scheduling and engineering requirements; investigating project sites to determine the condition of a facility or property and evaluating and recording observations and technical information; preparing project cost and manpower estimates; and developing and presenting briefings on project plans and designs. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13005013
Major DutiesAs an Engineering Technician you will: Prepare designs and specifications and develop innovative approaches for various projects of a complex or unconventional nature that entail design problems requiring considerable adaptation of precedents or design of features for which precedents are not directly applicable. Perform or direct surveys and field investigations to determine existing condition and layout information, obtains equipment data and dimensions, and makes design checks. Design and develop technical drawings and specifications for projects characterized by a variety of conditions. Prepare original designs and preliminary and final layouts. Perform necessary calculations, develop possible alternatives. Perform technical review of contractor-prepared designs and specifications of systems. Perform or direct the survey and investigations at project sites to gather design information for plan specifications, alterations, and databases. Conduct preliminary site investigations to obtain field data on proposed structures, drainage areas, topography, and feasible layout of facilities in relation to terrain. Review new construction plans and project directives to ensure that the proposed design includes features required for the economical and effective maintenance and repair of building air-conditioning and heating systems and associated equipment.