Civil Engineer (Dam and Levee Safety Projects)

Quick Facts

• Role: Civil Engineer (Dam and Levee Safety Modification projects)
• Level: GS-0810-14

Description

Lead a Dam Safety Production Center team in developing designs and project execution documents (plans and specifications) for USACE Mega Projects. Conduct field reconnaissance and site investigations, ensure deliverables match the authorized scope and comply with applicable codes and criteria, and provide technical leadership and review of lower-graded staff work. Perform advanced engineering analyses and modeling to support design and risk/reliability decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the DSPC team in design and project execution document development
• Perform field reconnaissance and site investigations for project development
• Ensure deliverables meet authorized scope (function, performance, aesthetics, sustainability) and comply with codes, policy, and criteria
• Review work of engineers and technicians to maintain steady progress
• Serve as Technical Leader (TL) and lead engineer for Dam and Levee Safety Modification projects
• Conduct advanced engineering analyses and modeling using specialized software tools

Requirements

• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13: (1) leading a multidisciplinary project delivery team as technical lead for complex civil works/infrastructure/dam and levee safety projects; and (2) directing and performing development, technical review, or verification of complex engineering models/designs/layouts and plans/specifications execution documents
• Selective Placement Factor: Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license required (provide a copy with the application)
• Basic Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or qualifying combination of education and experience per the posting
• Must meet the specialized experience requirement using experience alone (no education substitution)

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package for employees and their families