Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior mechanical engineer in the Engineering Design Branch working independently.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and consultant services both in-house and outside the installation on mechanical codes, regulations, and building and facility matters.
• Provide expert mechanical engineering advisory services to the Garrison Commander.
• Prepare, review, and approve mechanical engineering features of management plans and documents critical to emergency planning.
• Review inspections and reports and provide or approve responses to mechanical engineering issues.
• Oversee, mentor, and provide technical assistance to other architects and engineers in solving difficult technical problems.
• Perform advanced professional work of marked difficulty within functional areas of investigation.
• Represent the Engineering Division in meetings and conferences with other organizations and contractors.
• Attend conferences and serve as an expert in mechanical engineering design.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination completed by a background investigation.
• Position requires pre‑employment financial statement OGE Form 450 disclosure and annual review per DoD Directive 5500-7-R.
• Appointment subject to a one‑year probationary period unless prior requirements met.
• Position requires a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel of 25% of the time.
• Incumbent must possess or obtain a valid state Driver’s License to operate vehicles.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450) required upon entry and annually thereafter.

Basic Requirement for Mechanical Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program or a program meeting the rigorous discipline criteria listed.

Combination of Education and Experience

• Professional registration or licensure as EI, EIT, or PE.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam or equivalent written test.
• At least 60 semester hours of required courses in physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences.
• Related curriculum leading to a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate scientific field with at least one year of professional engineering experience.

Specialized Experience

• One year of specialized mechanical‑engineering experience related to HVAC planning, design, rehabilitation, and system review.

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
• One‑year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Selection subject to restrictions from Department of Defense referral system.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized.
• Advanced in‑hire, recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, and student loan repayment may be authorized.

As a federal employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to reward federal careers. Eligibility for benefits depends on position type and work status. Contact the hiring agency for specific benefits offered.