Electrical Engineer, GS-0850-12 (23769)

Fort Benning, GA, Hunter Aaf, GASouth Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District23769
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Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District

Locations (City, State)

Fort Benning, GA

Hunter Aaf, GA

Position Overview/Duties

This is two (2) Electrical Engineer positions, GS-0850-12, for the South Atlantic Division, Savannah District, Construction Division located at Savannah, GA.

Area of Consideration: This is an internal reassignment to the grade of GS-12. Selection may not result in promotion or conversion to a new appointment.

This announcement is open 8-21 May 2025. (USACE employees only)

Series/Grade: GS-0850-12

Duty locations: 1 position - Fort Benning, GA (Atlanta, GA pay scale)
                           1 position - Hunter Army Airfield, Savannah, GA (RUS pay scale)

Responsibilities/Duties:

As the Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for reviewing, inspecting, and testing electrical systems and equipment installed in both military and civil projects. The incumbent oversees all types and phases of electrical and construction operations. In collaboration with the supervisor, they assist in planning and scheduling field construction activities, providing recommendations for grading methods and problem-solving solutions based on their in-depth knowledge of the work and field conditions. The engineer also consults with contractor representatives and the supervisor on major, complex, or technical issues. Additionally, they keep the supervisor updated on field developments and the status of work at various stages, offering special advice on progress concerning specific aspects of the construction.

Other Conditions and Requirements

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

Minimum Education Requirement/Requirement:

Completion of a 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.

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Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Other Requirements:

  • 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.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • This position may have a 15% Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement.
  • PCS may be authorized.
  • Relocation incentive may be authorized. 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.
  • 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 a vehicle.
  • This position may be eligible for situational telework.

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/#url=Group-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.