General Engineer

Quick Facts

• Permanent position offered upon completion of a formal 3-year training plan
• Yearly salary increases based on successful performance and supervisory approval

Description

You will work as a General Engineer supporting projects assigned to higher-grade engineers, performing engineering tasks of limited scope and complexity under screening and oversight. The role includes planning work procedures, selecting standard practices/data, using engineering manuals and technical publications to gather data, and staying current on emerging technologies. You will use computers and software tools (e.g., analysis and project tracking) to solve engineering problems and support reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform general engineering tasks of limited scope/difficulty under higher-grade screening
• Support assigned projects by selecting standard practices and relevant data
• Use engineering manuals, standard publications, and technical materials to obtain pertinent information
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and professional developments for application to assignments
• Use computers/software (analysis tools and project tracking programs) for engineering problem solving and work facilitation
• Conduct special projects and assignments, including researching and analyzing data and preparing reports

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Must meet suitability for Federal employment
• Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements in the applicable training plan
• Minimum GPA: 2.95 on a 4.0 scale (or 3.45 for certain required-course calculations)
• Engineering degree eligibility: ABET-accredited bachelor’s in engineering OR specified engineering science/physics coursework including differential and integral calculus
• Maintain current certifications
• Serve required probationary/trial period (1-year probation or 2-year trial)
• Additional conditions: direct deposit, Selective Service registration/exemption (if applicable), random drug testing (if applicable), security clearance if required
• Mobility/travel may be required; relocation may be required during or after training

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. federal benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the type of position held.