Civil Engineer (Hydraulics)

Quick Facts

• Role: Civil Engineer (Hydraulics)

Description

Perform professional civil engineering work to support Hydraulic, Hydrologic, and/or Coastal/Navigation projects. Use generalized civil engineering knowledge to produce detailed CAD drawings and designs, prepare hydrology portions of technical reports, and recommend additional data collection and survey needs for future studies. Coordinate and technically review contracted A–E firm work to ensure technical adequacy and feasibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop major features of hydraulic, hydrologic, and coastal/navigation engineering projects
• Perform CAD-based detailed drawing and design work
• Plan, monitor, coordinate, and technically review hydrology/hydraulic/coastal work completed by A–E firms
• Prepare hydrology sections for reconnaissance and other technical reports
• Recommend additional rainfall, river stage, discharge collection stations, levee/channel surveys, aerial photography, and other data for future hydrologic studies

Requirements

• U.S. citizen
• Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Valid state Driver’s License (in one of the 50 U.S. states)
• Required training/certifications obtained prior to employment or within the specified period
• 10% Temporary Duty (TDY) / business travel
• Satisfy suitability/fitness determination based on background investigation
• Meet GS-11 or GS-12 specialized experience expectations (hydrologic/hydraulic analysis; support for plans/specifications/design analysis; CAD and GIS use)
• 1-year probationary period and continued written certification that employment advances the public interest
• Mobility agreement upon entry
• Selective Service pre-employment certification if applicable

Benefits

A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the type of position and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.