Total 80 Engineering job vacancies in EC-IL Offsite Illinois

As a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR) (Title 32), GS-2185-10, you will instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multi engine aircraft, and to provide assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft. Primary aircraft UH 60A Black Hawk transport helicopter. The aircrafts missions include combat service support airlift for movement of heavy supplies, vehicles, aircraft and equipment, troop air assaults, extractions and resupply of troops, and aeromedical evacuations, search and rescue, ice break, mine sweep, and air support of national disasters and state contingencies.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:

• Knowledge of the full range of aircrew duties and responsibilities, methods of instruction and requirements of the program, performs standardization, currency, instrument, proficiency, tactical, emergency and special tasks evaluation flights.
• Assess newly assigned individuals' level of experience and training through review of training records and/or proficiency flight evaluation to determine proficiency and skill status.
• Provide training on in-flight planning and coordination responsibilities, operating principles and characteristics of major aircraft systems, aircraft parameters, operational/mission requirements, equipment systems operation/and troubleshooting, proper and correct methods of performing aircrew duties.
• Brief on mission equipment and use of life support equipment and safety emergency procedures.
• Maintain records of operational equipment indicating flights, repairs, maintenance and Inspections; coordinate with maintenance personnel on activities on discrepancies requiring action.
• Plan and conduct aircrew training program.
• Determine and monitor factors and data affecting performance of aircraft, such as temperature, altitude, humidity, field conditions, configuration and weight of aircraft, on aircraft takeoff, flight and landing, and keeps pilot informed.
• Apply knowledge of a full range of aircrew duties and responsibilities, methods of instruction and requirements of the program.
• Provide assistance to the pilot in preflight planning, monitoring adherence to flight plan, and operating aircraft engines and a wide variety of aircraft control systems, e.g., engine, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, fire suppression, environmental, pressurization throughout the flight.
• Perform a variety of administrative functions associated with administration of the enlisted aircrew training program.
• Prepare for combination loads determining placement of cargo and passengers within weight and balance limitations.
• Ensure all necessary course materials and training aids are available, technical and related publications are current, keeping crew members informed of pertinent changes

The primary purpose of this position is: To Serve as an expert computer/network systems engineer for the functional area of airborne and terrestrial network engineering and the integration of those networks and systems onto the Air Force Network. This position is responsible for engineering, integration and technical evaluation of communications and Information Technology (IT) solutions for use by the operational Air Force and other DoD agencies in support of the warfighter, which includes the 17 most senior US leaders up to and including the President of the US (POTUS). Performs integration engineering and evaluation of a vast array of Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) network and infrastructure products for Air Force users in the airborne and terrestrial networking environment.

DUTIES:

• Serves as a Computer Engineer expert conducting authoritative engineering design, evaluation, and security assessments of airborne and/or terrestrial networks, and IT systems.
• Develops original and creative airborne and/or terrestrial communications and IT network/systems documentation products used by Air Force personnel.
• Provides expert airborne and/or terrestrial networks engineering to include: managerial, procedural, and policy guidance.
• Manages assigned tasks to include representing AFNIC, AFSPC and other MAJCOMs. Manages assignments and directs tasks in accordance with established schedules.

Technician contributes to the organization as a construction team member for projects that may have direct or indirect impact on air traffic control operations.

Work is completed using various general and specialized trade skills, including but not limited to: electrical, carpentry, metal and composite roofing, concrete, plumbing, welding, dry wall, chain and link iron fencing, painting, masonry, gasoline and diesel mechanic, HVAC, heavy equipment maintenance, operations of heavy machinery, and commercial vehicles.

Technician is responsible for developing cost estimates for various projects, gathering technical data, evaluating/formulating safety procedures, determining man power, and material and fiscal requirements for assigned projects.

The technician uses technical manuals, manufacturers instructions, FAA procedures and other available publications as guidance for completing assignments. Possesses a working knowledge of the laws and policies and procedures pertaining to the construction work environment (I.e. OSHA, facility, system and equipment security, environmental compliance assessment protocol (ECAP), and national electrical code (NEC).

Technician applies electrical , mechanical, structural, and civil engineering technical skills in diagnosing, adjusting, modifying, testing, overhauling, demolishing, installing, repairing and servicing plant and structure systems, equipment and component parts.

Technician shall be called upon to provide training to developmental technicians. Technician applies experience and detailed technical construction knowledge in order to plan and complete assignments in support National airspace systems (NAS).

Technician shall have the ability to converse with a variety of contacts to successfully complete an assigned project. contacts include but are not limited to direct personnel, managers, airport authorities, material and equipment suppliers, as well as other FMP technicians from other areas of the US.

Technician contributes to the organization as a construction team member for projects that may have direct or indirect impact on air traffic control operations.

Work is completed using various general and specialized trade skills, including but not limited to: electrical, carpentry, metal and composite roofing, concrete, plumbing, welding, dry wall, chain and link iron fencing, painting, masonry, gasoline and diesel mechanic, HVAC, heavy equipment maintenance, operations of heavy machinery, and commercial vehicles.

Technician is responsible for developing cost estimates for various projects, gathering technical data, evaluating/formulating safety procedures, determining man power, and material and fiscal requirements for assigned projects.

The technician uses technical manuals, manufacturers instructions, FAA procedures and other available publications as guidance for completing assignments. possesses a working knowledge of the laws and policies and procedures pertaining to the construction work environment I.e. OSHA, facility, system and equipment security, environmental compliance assessment protocol (ECAP), and national electrical code (NEC).

Technician applies electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineering technical skills in diagnosing, adjusting, modifying, testing, overhauling, demolishing, installing, repairing and servicing plant and structure systems, equipment and component parts.

Technician shall be called upon to provide training to developmental technicians. Technician applies experience and detailed technical construction knowledge in order to plan and complete assignments in support National airspace systems (NAS).

Technician shall have the ability to converse with a variety of contacts to successfully complete an assigned project. contacts include but are not limited to direct personnel, managers, airport authorities, material and equipment suppliers, as well as other FMP technicians from other areas of the US.

he following are the duties of this position at the GS-13. Since you are being selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

As a General Engineer or Physical Scientist, you will:

• As an expert in their respective field (physical science or engineering), the employee oversees technically complex DOE scientific and engineering projects or initiatives. This may include but is not limited to the scientific and engineering design, development, implementation and evaluation of these programs/projects.
• Conducts in-depth analysis of technical science and engineering issues, requirements and development efforts to resolve major conflicts, unique issues and to address scientific and engineering uncertainties.
• Evaluates the value and applicability of new or improved technology, strategies, trends, or applications; investigates, predicts, and anticipates issues and conditions extending beyond a single specialty science or engineering area affecting known standards, approaches, precedents, or concepts.
• Gives presentations on program/project objectives, content, and progress to a variety of professional audiences. Attends and/or materially participates in professional society meetings, other professional symposia and conferences to remain cognizant of developments in the field and to exchange ideas with other engineers and professionals in related fields.

• As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the following:
• Serves as project engineer with responsibility for developing the designs, plans, and specifications for plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, compressed air, air pollution and other systems of major size and complexity.
• Performs or directs the survey and investigations as the project site to determine condition of government facilities.
• Evaluates design objectives performs complex technical calculations, identifies most economical and efficient precedes for project design and performance considering all influences.
• Prepares necessary drawings, specifications, and supporting documents for advertised or negotiated procurements.
• Prepares detailed cost estimates for use in obtaining project funding and bid evaluation.
• Prepares correspondence, technical reports, estimates, fact sheets, status reports and schedules as required to complete project assignments.
• These duties are described at the full performance level of GS-12. The duties at the GS-07, GS-09, GS-11 level are developmental leading to such performance.

Duties:

The position serves as resident and program engineer consisting of the planning, design, and overseeing of major healthcare system projects; oversees Professional Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Construction contracts to ensure the contractor is in compliance with all contractual requirements, healthcare regulations and codes, specifications and schedules are met in accordance with the government's requirements for VA owned and leased facilities.

The position provides engineering support to the assigned healthcare system and is responsible for maintaining construction specifications and drawings, maintaining technical reference library of codes, standards, and other regulations which are applicable to the engineering construction industries. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and others. The position serves as a healthcare engineering advisor, engineer consultant, engineer designer, contract administrator, project manager, construction coordinator, and instructor during the design and construction of all projects assigned.

The position is responsible for providing healthcare engineering support to all assigned projects. The position is responsible for performing the duties of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on professional design and construction projects, training service staff on technical issues and assisting the service staff on the completion of technical and administrative issues regarding infrastructure related operations of the medical facility.

The position serves as the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Chairperson, comprised of diverse and multi-discipline professional team members, consisting of internal and external stakeholders, and is a recognized expert in project management.

The position participates in planning deliberations and contributes significantly to the management decision-making process through teamwork, innovation, coordination, and collaboration with other senior members and stakeholders to ensure objectives are met toward meeting the healthcare system's overall strategic plan goals.

The position maintains COR certification to oversee the administration of Facility Engineering Service's Architect/Engineer and Construction Contracts.

The position supports and advances patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare engineering as demonstrated by the following major responsibilities:

1. Conducts capital asset and infrastructure planning and design for the medical facility spanning initial strategic planning, concept development, design, construction, and effective implementation of complex buildings, utilities, and medical support systems.
2. Manages healthcare engineering project design and administers construction in accordance with VA policies and procedures, VA Design Guides, VA Design Manuals, VA Master Specifications and related industry codes and standards.
3. Performs healthcare engineering project construction management and post project activities while ensuring continuity of building and utility services for medical facility operations.
4. Assists in the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff and maintenance personnel addressing the principles and application of building and utility systems in the delivery of health care. This includes a curriculum that addresses the safe and effective use of medical gases, emergency power, ventilation, and other healthcare infrastructure related technology. This requires skill to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of individuals, including technical and professional clinical staff, to communicate technical information.
5. Assists in development and implementation of the environment of care program that meets current Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), NFPA, and VA requirements, particularly as it relates to construction safety and infection control.

Duties:

The position serves as resident and program engineer consisting of the planning, design, and overseeing of major healthcare system projects; oversees Professional Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Construction contracts to ensure the contractor is in compliance with all contractual requirements, healthcare regulations and codes, specifications and schedules are met in accordance with the government's requirements for VA owned and leased facilities.

The position provides engineering support to the assigned healthcare system and is responsible for maintaining construction specifications and drawings, maintaining technical reference library of codes, standards, and other regulations which are applicable to the engineering construction industries. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and others. The position serves as a healthcare engineering advisor, engineer consultant, engineer designer, contract administrator, project manager, construction coordinator, and instructor during the design and construction of all projects assigned.

The position is responsible for providing healthcare engineering support to all assigned projects. The position is responsible for performing the duties of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on professional design and construction projects, training service staff on technical issues and assisting the service staff on the completion of technical and administrative issues regarding infrastructure related operations of the medical facility.

The position serves as the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Chairperson, comprised of diverse and multi-discipline professional team members, consisting of internal and external stakeholders, and is a recognized expert in project management.

The position participates in planning deliberations and contributes significantly to the management decision-making process through teamwork, innovation, coordination, and collaboration with other senior members and stakeholders to ensure objectives are met toward meeting the healthcare system's overall strategic plan goals.

The position maintains COR certification to oversee the administration of Facility Engineering Service's Architect/Engineer and Construction Contracts.

The position supports and advances patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare engineering as demonstrated by the following major responsibilities:

1. Conducts capital asset and infrastructure planning and design for the medical facility spanning initial strategic planning, concept development, design, construction, and effective implementation of complex buildings, utilities, and medical support systems.
2. Manages healthcare engineering project design and administers construction in accordance with VA policies and procedures, VA Design Guides, VA Design Manuals, VA Master Specifications and related industry codes and standards.
3. Performs healthcare engineering project construction management and post project activities while ensuring continuity of building and utility services for medical facility operations.
4. Assists in the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff and maintenance personnel addressing the principles and application of building and utility systems in the delivery of health care. This includes a curriculum that addresses the safe and effective use of medical gases, emergency power, ventilation, and other healthcare infrastructure related technology. This requires skill to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of individuals, including technical and professional clinical staff, to communicate technical information.
5. Assists in development and implementation of the environment of care program that meets current Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), NFPA, and VA requirements, particularly as it relates to construction safety and infection control.

What will I do in this position if hired?

In this Civil Engineer position, typical assignments include:

• Reviewing design and construction plans, cost estimates and schedules in Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant applications; and
• Validating cost estimates and cost-effectiveness analyses; and
• Providing assistance to internal and external partners on FEMA's benefit cost analysis tool and methodology; and
• Serving as an engineering and cost-effectiveness technical expert for training development, policy review and working groups in support of Mitigation programs; and
• Conducting training and relaying technical information effectively to internal and external non-technical partners; and
• Providing program guidance and other technical assistance to states, tribes and communities on projects with complex engineering work.

What else do I need to know?

At FEMA, our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters, and every employee at FEMA has a role in emergency management. Every FEMA employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically austere and operationally challenging conditions.

This announcement is for a position as a CORE (Cadre of On-Call Response/Recovery Employee). CORE employees are full-time employees hired to directly support the response and recovery efforts related to disasters. Employees are hired under the Robert T. Stafford Act and are excluded from the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing jobs in the competitive service. They can be hired under a streamlined process instead of a competitive process. After three years of continuous service, Stafford Act employees may be granted competitive eligibility to apply for permanent full-time positions at FEMA.

This position will be hired into a temporary 4-year, excepted service appointment. Appointments may be renewed based on workload, funding, and supervisory approval.

FEMA is committed to ensuring that its workforce reflects the diversity of the nation. At FEMA, our workforce includes the many identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, ages, cultures, and beliefs of the people we serve. To learn about FEMA's ongoing diversity and inclusion efforts, reasonable accommodation process, and the FEMA Core Values, please visit www.fema.gov.

• Carries out the full range of technical engineering functions associated with the mechanical and related electrical features of facility operations.
• Inspects, maintains, cleans, repairs, tests, and adjusts a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment, and circuitry.
• Repairs and replaces a variety of system parts and components.
• Provides technical advice concerning system and equipment capabilities and limitations.
• Reviews product data and Operations and Maintenance (O and M) manuals prior to the start of each maintenance period.
• Recommends approval of preventative maintenance schedules to reduce impact to operations.
• Observes and investigates facility service, construction, and operations at all stages to identify problems related to electrical systems.
• Coordinates construction operations with contractors, utility companies, COR, Centers of Excellence/Standardization, and any other agency representatives.
• Experience alternating circuit (AC) systems equipment include 120/240-volt single-phase, 120/208/277/480-volt three-phase, and 4,160-volt distribution systems.
• Ensures strict adherence to safety provisions of the contract and facility.
• Review and recommended approval of facility service contracts and construction contracts as-built drawings and Operations and Maintenance (O and M) manuals.

• Carries out the full range of technical engineering functions associated with the mechanical and related electrical features of facility operations.
• Inspects, maintains, cleans, repairs, tests, and adjusts a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment, and circuitry.
• Repairs and replaces a variety of system parts and components.
• Provides technical advice concerning system and equipment capabilities and limitations.
• Reviews product data and Operations and Maintenance (O and M) manuals prior to the start of each maintenance period.
• Recommends approval of preventative maintenance schedules to reduce impact to operations.
• Observes and investigates facility service, construction, and operations at all stages to identify problems related to electrical systems.
• Coordinates construction operations with contractors, utility companies, COR, Centers of Excellence/Standardization, and any other agency representatives.
• Experience alternating circuit (AC) systems equipment include 120/240-volt single-phase, 120/208/277/480-volt three-phase, and 4,160-volt distribution systems.
• Ensures strict adherence to safety provisions of the contract and facility.
• Review and recommended approval of facility service contracts and construction contracts as-built drawings and Operations and Maintenance (O and M) manuals.

• You will provide mechanical engineering products, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities.
• You will use software such as WBGD and AutoCAD to develop complex designs and analyses.
• You will prepare final detailed work drawings, comparative cost analysis, request for proposals, and project specifications for a variety of facility types.

You will: 

• Prepare or review permits (issuance, reissuance, and modification) for extremely complex or critical treatment, storage and disposal facilities or sources.
• Provide authoritative technical advice and support to state, local or tribal agencies regarding technical and/or scientific criteria and methods; implementation of pollution control requirements; and impacts of pollutants.
• Resolve critical, politically sensitive, and highly complex issues related to permit requirements and defend permits against legal challenges, along with Office of Regional Counsel (ORC).
• Respond to permit inquiries as an agency spokesperson.

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

You will:

• Conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, or other federal requirements.
• Provide technical advice and information on significant analytical methods, sampling techniques, etc., related to specific program areas, functions, or activities.
• Serve as a technical expert in the development, negotiation, and litigation of both civil and criminal enforcement matters.
• Plan, conduct and provide regulatory technical assistance on complex field sampling and analytical services, facility inspections and audits.
• Provide assistance to customers on the technical aspects of EPA laws and regulations.

You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.

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

Incumbent serves as a region-based senior inspector who assists the Team Lead in managing the inspection program. Provides regional program support regarding operational and strategic activities associated with the implementation of the operating reactor inspection, oversight, and assessment programs, including the oversight of inspector qualifications and training; monitoring operational performance (i.e., metrics); and the implementation of continuous improvement activities and initiatives. Leads, plans, conducts, reports, and integrates findings associated with inspections of light-water reactors, in accordance with the NRC Inspection manual, Chapter 2515. Performs a wide variety of lead duties associated with inspection of the engineering, corrective actions and operations of power reactors. Independently plans and determines the scope of inspections to be performed. As a lead inspector or team member, performs routine and complex inspections, allegation reviews, event response inspections, or area of emphasis inspections of reactor facilities to observe and assure conformance to NRC rules and regulations, inspection procedures, and orders. Prepares and coordinates a report of inspection findings to ascertain whether the facility is being operated safely, whether the licensee's performance in cross-cutting areas is effective, and whether regulatory requirements are being satisfied. Integrates inspection findings into overall licensee assessment. Performs miscellaneous duties in support of the region-based inspection program, including enforcement and performance assessment.