Civil Engineer (Geotechnical), GS-0810-11 (96129)

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for multiple Civil Engineers (Geotechnical) in the South Atlantic Division, Jacksonville District, Engineering Division, Geosystems Branch, Geotechnical Design Section.

Position Title: Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)

Open Period: 11-22 May 2026

Duty Location: Jacksonville, FL.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Serves as Civil Engineer for the Engineering Division, Geosystems Branch, Geotechnical Design Section.

• Perform field site visits to active construction sites and works with field personnel in project offices to assist in solving unforeseen problems related to soil mechanics encountered during construction.
• Develop geotechnical designs including shallow and deep foundation analysis, and slope stability and seepage analysis and determine best system to be used for structure foundation. Additionally coordinate with other engineers in preparation of contract plans, technical specifications, and detailed design reports.
• Conducts scientific studies of subsurface materials for use in determining the suitability of these materials for the construction of different structures.
• Review and provide guidance on work completed by others to ensure technical accuracy, adequacy, and completeness, including evaluation of data contained in existing project reports, maps, drawings, survey, and core boring reports, and other related materials.
• Reviews all applicable sections of reports prepared by AE firms to assure compliance with all Corps of Engineers regulations.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering. The program must: lead to a degree in a school with at least one program accredited by ABET. Degree must be documented on a transcript.

OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards — GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800

Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal Service which is defined as demonstrating practical engineering experience for complex projects, independently carry out directives and evaluations, develop information papers, and exercise judgement when interpreting policies and procedures.

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

Other Requirements:

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Multiple vacancies may be filled.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 35% of the time.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget). Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.
• PCS expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• 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 its possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework.