Total 46 engineering job vacancies in seattle washington

• You will provide oversight of the development, coordination and management of the integrated Test Plan (ITP).
• You will review work items for proper testing requirements and ensures all Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) will be provided.
• You will identify testing key events and milestones that may be required in addition to production key events and milestones.
• You will develop and/or coordinate test schedules with Project Support Engineers (PSE), test site personnel, and other organizations involved in the test events to provide information and status to the project team.
• You will review completed Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) for I-level testing and certify results.
• You will spot check "in progress" testing to verify the sequencing of testing, procedures and methods.
• You will prepare reports and maintain records of work accomplishment and administrative information as required.
• You will conduct formal debriefs with the ships utilizing professional briefing techniques.
• You will compile, evaluate, and recommend corrective action for certification process or procedural deficiencies discovered during execution.
• You will apply knowledge of related engineering disciplines to include electrical, electronic, mechanical, and structural in order to analyze problems and determine required level of support from an overall equipment/systems viewpoint.
• You will ensure all tests are scheduled, coordinated, and to manage the execution of comprehensive integrated system testing of shipboard systems.

• You will translate operations, maintenance standards, and trouble-shooting procedures into comprehensive technical publications.
• You will provide technical recommendations and evaluate department requests for modification of technical manuals and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) products.
• You will interpret technical engineer drawings and translate operations into detailed step-by-step instructions for carrying out tasks, methods, and procedures.
• You will attend product testing events to translate the operations (e.g., maintenance standards, troubleshooting procedures) into comprehensive technical publications
• You will work with others to independently and collaboratively make decisions and execute and/or direct actions in order to explore, reconcile, or resolve major uncertainties, unique situations, and obscure problems

This position functions as the Engineering Equipment Operator in Grounds and Transportation Section of the Environmental Management Service Line (EMS), Engineering Service at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS). The position reports to, and is accountable to, the Grounds Supervisor for the quality and quantity of work performed by the work unit. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Adjusts attachments for proper positioning and working order, usually without stopping the power unit or the equipment;
• Makes independent judgements, e.g., in treating soil and in deciding which plants will be moved, where they will be transplanted, and how problem conditions will be treated;
• Recommends changes for improvement in the overall landscape plan and obtain approval on projects which require unplanned expense or significant periods of time;
• Performs preventative maintenance prior to, during, and after operation;
• Performs a wide range of landscape management work independently;
• Records corrective procedures used, including any new processes applied and the results achieved;
• Operates mowing and trimming equipment routinely used in the maintenance of high- quality stand of turf grass;
• Operates one or more types of heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on such projects as breaking new ground for trails, roads, tunnels, or construction sites;
• Interprets instructions and specifications as related to equipment operation; and
• Other duties as assigned.

• This position is in the Competitive Service.
• Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• Interchange Agreements with Other Merit System: Employees who occupy medical or medical-related positions and were appointed under 38 U.S.C. 4701(1) or (3) [formerly 38 U.S.C. 4104 (1) and (3)] must be serving in a full-time position without time limit and have served continuously for at least one year in this other merit system to be eligible to convert to the Title 5 System. Some exceptions to this rule may apply if you have previously acquired tenure under a Title 5 appointment.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is a AFGE Bargaining Unit position.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.

• You will be responsible and accountable for the proper direction and accomplishment of all testing of ship systems and components for Combat Systems and support systems.
• You will coordinate across organizational lines within all shipyard departments and with various NAVSEA and contractor representatives.
• You will develop test sequences and administrative procedures required to assure that all tests of ships systems and components are performed in accordance with approved specifications.
• You will be directly involved in the certification of combat systems and equipment to support critical mission-related operations on both surface ships and submarines.
• You will ensure that testing prerequisites that affect ship's conditions are identified and authorized for accomplishment on the Ship's Plan-of-the-Day .
• You will provide direction for preparation of sea trial agendas and the overall direction for the conduct of assigned sea trials.

• You will ensure the shipyard and intermediate maintenance facility's (IMF) instructions, procedures, directives, processes, production and quality programs comply with Fly-By-Wire and Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) program requirements.
• You will analyze and recommend quality improvements of complex shipyard programs that support critical submarine work.
• You will review engineering instructions and procedures including ability to develop new approaches and modify standard practices, techniques, and/ or procedures.
• You will manage and evaluate programs which encompass a wide variety of disciplines and functional organizations.
• You will provide SUBSAFE program oversight for work in progress.
• You will be responsible to interpret instructions involving quality assurance forms requirements.

• You will provide technical engineering assistance for ship Diesel Engine systems or subsystem repair or overhaul projects.
• You will direct diesel engine test programs and evaluations of repairs required in situations of major damage or deterioration.
• You will perform analysis and special studies for the purpose of developing or evaluating improvements in design, maintenance procedures or materials for assigned systems.
• You will perform functional checkout, grooming, adjustment and test of new or modernized Diesel Engine Systems in an operational evaluation environment.
• You will evaluate ship repair/overhaul or test and grooming problems to diagnose and correct deficiencies.

You will:

At the GS-4 level, you will:

• Perform routine laboratory testing or conducts routine aspects of field sampling or laboratory experiments;
• Receives training in the maintenance of laboratory/scientific equipment and assists in the maintenance of instruments for proper function.
• Assists in the performance of other standardized support duties such as the collection of literature references and the organization of files.
• Performs other simple laboratory duties as required.

At the GS-5 level, you will:

• Assist with data collection (such as water, plants, sediments, animals, etc.) from field (e.g. marshes, streams, or estuary) or set up and harvest cultures for experiments.
• Assist with laboratory sample processing and data collection, including but not limited to, measuring, filtering, grinding, and weighing samples.
• Perform data entry and quality assurance checks of data.
• Assist with preparation of samples for analyses.
• Review literature for assessment and information gathering.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

You will:

• Analyze and summarize a variety of environmental program information and data for use in preparing reports and program evaluations;
• Perform scientific studies of a standard nature on regulatory and compliance issues and problems;
• Provide support for the management and planning of environmental programs and prepare recommendations for solutions to be reviewed by higher graded staff;
• Assist staff in preparation of materials for, and participation in, briefings with managers and review literature for assessment and information gathering.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

At the GS-4 grade level, you will:

• Perform routine and limited assignments pertaining to the scientific missions of the organization.
• Assist in the performance of duties such as the collection of literature references and the organization of files.
• Assist senior staff, project officers, analytical staff, and other staff as necessary.
• Support higher-graded staff in planning for program management of environmental programs.

At the GS-5 grade level, you will:

• Perform routine and limited assignments pertaining to the scientific missions of the organization.
• Select appropriate methods and procedures for assignments based upon previous assignments or instructions.
• Assist senior staff, project officers, analytical staff, and other staff as necessary.
• Support higher-graded staff in planning for program management of environmental programs.

One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

• You will provide technical assistance on urgent mission-degrading CASREPs or similar problems affecting major systems.
• You will participate as a team leader for assigned systems in pier-side functional checkout, grooming, adjustment and repair of shipboard systems under the leadership of a senior technician or engineer.
• You will provide technical assistance on assigned systems problems beyond the capability of forces afloat, IMA's or repair activities to diagnose and correct.
• You will represent the Naval Sea Systems Command in the inspection and functional checkout/demonstration of major systems on new construction ships or major conversions, trials, or Material Inspections (MIs) for in-service vessels.
• You will perform functional checkout, grooming, adjustment and test of new or modernized shipboard systems in an operational evaluation or CSSQT environment.
• You will provide authoritative technical/engineering guidance to other Naval organizations in resolution of repair/overhaul or test/grooming problems beyond their level of in-house engineering expertise.
• You will perform special engineering analyses and studies in support of SYSCOM or ISEA for the purpose of developing or evaluating improvements in design, maintenance procedures, material, etc.
• You will participate in data collection and integral data analysis efforts under the direction of senior in-house, ISEA or SYSCOM engineers for the purpose of evaluating performance characteristics, assessing improvements, recording trends, etc.

This is a developmental position in which the incumbent performs progressively more complex duties and responsibilities on a gradual basis leading to the full performance level of GS-11. Developmental assignments will be given with the goal of attaining the full performance level.   Duties quoted below are at the GS-10 level. 

The individual selected for this position will perform the following duties:

Computer-Aided Design

Under the direction of appropriate professional personnel, the employee will provide technical support to architectural, engineering and facility management personnel by creation and maintenance of the AOC "As-Is" computer-aided design master files covering architectural, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection engineering disciplines along with civil and landscape plans.

Enters as-built documentation projects into the master files and updates project-tracking system with work completed. Provides information to AOC and consulting architects and engineers on available data, processes and documentation for Senate and House Moves.

Responsible for the input of specific as-built documentation which requires the coordination of architectural and engineering aspects with other management experts and which requires the use of a broad base of multi-discipline expertise. Is consulted as an agency expert and resource for information on available data, processes and documentation.

Responsible for creating and updating specialized drawings for integration with geographic information system (GIS) based building data.

Acknowledged as the AOC expert in use of specialized 3D CAD application for the production of CAD building information models (BIM). These models use database-linked, parametric based objects and used to derive plans and sections for use by all other users of the general CAD system. Will be consulted by architects and engineers regarding the placement and operation of building equipment, features, systems and requirements for the information contained within the building information model.

Produces specialized 3D CAD drawings to document architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection CAD Building Information Models (BIM) for use by other users of the AOC CAD system. BIMs serve to document the placement and operation of building equipment, features, systems and maintenance requirements.

Interacts with application programmers and software developers to resolve "bugs" and to influence future product development efforts to rectify software shortcomings. Helps develop "work-arounds" to fix temporary software deficiencies.

Reviews CAD construction documents submittals to ensure compliance with agency standards and requirements. In addition, uses expertise and experience in architecture, engineering and construction to comment on the constructability of particular design elements.

Develops standard details for complex structures, systems or equipment. Prepares engineering drawings using a CAD system. Maintains hardware and software and keeps abreast of the latest technology, making upgrades as needed. Troubleshoots problems with the CAD system operation. Instructs other staff on the use of CAD and BIM software.

Conducts on-site surveys of work in progress to verify compliance with AOC "as-is" master CAD files. As required, notes variations from master drawings and translates field survey findings, i.e., sketches, drawings, electrical, HVAC and other components and notes into appropriate modifications of the master graphic files and associated databases.

Data Analysis and Presentation

Independently conducts complex surveys, data collection and/or data analysis activities for assigned projects, to obtain baseline data and maintain database. Prepares reports to apprise supervisors of findings and recommendations. Uses sound engineering practices to make preliminary recommendations for further survey, rework, repair and replacement work needed to accomplish a project.

Identifies and resolves unforeseen problems or latent conditions that arise during performance of technical support activities, such as testing or assembly, by conferring with contractor personnel and other technical staff. Performs technical reviews and evaluations of contractor prepared designs, methods and material proposals. Provides required feedback for changes to contract drawings or specifications in order to comply with agency standards and requirements.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

• You will accomplish and coordinate planning and technical services to identify existing or develop technical work documents which define detailed requirements necessary to accomplish authorized work for assigned projects.
• You will possibly serve as a Technical Work Leader for a section or project providing technical direction to other employees who are responsible for technical planning and scheduling of complex assignments.
• You will accomplish and direct job planning and engineering services to prepare or revise work definition documents (summaries) which define authorized work boundaries, work scope and man-hours required for work accomplishment.
• You will coordinate assigned engineering and planning work within the project team and with related work in other sections or branches.
• You will provide services to accomplish troubleshooting, analyzing and resolving technical, administrative, financial and scheduling problems related to assigned work.
• You will provide expertise and training on industrial planning and estimating processes, as needed.

• Performs rough and finish grading maintenance of roads and grounds and construction of new roads and ground areas.
• Assists with new installation and repair and maintenance of irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Assists with carpentry, welding and cement work in the maintenance of Project and recreational facilities.
• Continuously performs inspection, preventative maintenance, minor repairs and servicing of all equipment assigned.
• Assists Heavy Equipment Mechanic on minor and major repairs and performs servicing and minor repairs.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as ditch-witch, garden tractors, snow removal equipment, small forklifts and power equipment, etc.
• Operates motorboats for which licensed and qualified.
• Makes cuts and fills, piles earth for embankments, backfills, etc.

• You will provide technical engineering assistance for ship Diesel Engine systems or subsystem repair or overhaul projects.
• You will direct diesel engine test programs and evaluations of repairs required in situations of major damage or deterioration.
• You will perform analysis and special studies for the purpose of developing or evaluating improvements in design, maintenance procedures or materials for assigned systems.
• You will perform functional checkout, grooming, adjustment and test of new or modernized Diesel Engine Systems in an operational evaluation environment.
• You will evaluate ship repair/overhaul or test and grooming problems to diagnose and correct deficiencies.

• You will develop individual department and tenant environmental air compliance and protection programs to ensure air regulations and directives are adhered to.
• You will evaluate work performance of staff to identify the air training needs of the employees.
• You will conduct environmental air program meetings to discuss the effectiveness of current and planned actions.
• You will draft environmental air permits to ensure agency compliance with environmental regulations and laws such as the Clean Air Act (CAA).