Engineering Technician (Drafting)

Walla Walla, WANorthwestern Division (NWD) - Walla Walla District48649
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Announcement Type

TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Northwestern Division (NWD) - Walla Walla District

Locations (City, State)

Walla Walla, WA

Position Overview/Duties

Position Overview

Engineering and Construction Division; Design Branch; Mechanical or Structural Design Section

The Walla Walla District US Army Corps of Engineers helps manage local water resources for navigation, flood damage reduction, disaster assistance, hydroelectric power generation, and other natural and heritage areas.

DUTIES

  • Duties are listed at the full performance level. Lower grades will be provided growth opportunities to attain target skills. If you possess the skills listed below, please highlight in the experience section of your resume.
  • Serve as the Advanced Modeling Lead.
  • Perform 3D solids modeling, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Civil Information Modeling (CIM) on multiple platforms.
  • Perform layout of complex equipment and features from very basic instructions from engineers.
  • Perform feature sizing based on general-principle and standard criteria.
  • Mentor others in the proper use of 3D Modeling, BIM, and CIM on multiple platforms.
  • Lead other Engineering Technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
  • You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts with your application package if applying based on education rather than experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

EDUCATION

Foreign Education:

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Experience Requirement:

GS-04 Specialized Experience: Six months of general experience (1) in any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with using computer-aided software to create drawings depicting objects/features and/or technical drafting. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03).

OR

Education: Two-years of education above the high school level.

GS-05 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience using computer-aided software to create engineering drawings or to depict objects/features. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).

OR

Education: Four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree.

GS-06 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience using computer-aided drafting systems to update basic to complex engineering drawings and models for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05 or above).

GS-07 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience reviewing drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to requirements, and using computer-aided design to revise and produce basic engineering drawings and models from sketches for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06 or above).

GS-08 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes using computer-aided design to produce complex engineering drawings and 3D models from sketches and performing field visits to ascertain design requirements and as-constructed conditions for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07 or above).

GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts with DETAILED instructions from engineers;( 2) Review of models and design drawings from others; AND (3) Mentor & train on 2D/3D CAD platforms. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08 or above).

GS-10 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts, and basic feature sizing with MINIMAL instructions from engineers (2) Review of models and design drawings from others (3) Mentor & train on BIM/CIM in a single platform AND (4) Lead other engineering technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09 or above).

GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Independently developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts in multiple platforms with VERY BASIC instructions (2) Review of models and design drawings from others (3) Mentor & train on BIM/CIM in multiple platforms AND (4) Lead other engineering technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). (Specific experience must be well documented in resume).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
  • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • A trial or probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition.

Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Salary Range: $36,825 - $96,116

  • Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
  • Non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade.
  • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government. Subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ (https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/) for more information.
  • This position is eligible for situational telework.
  • This position is covered under the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Bargaining Unit.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.