Summary
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serve as a Mechanical Engineer for the Engineering Division in the Directorate of Public Works Natick.
Duties
Develop the designs, plans, cost estimates, and specifications for piping, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, automatic control, utility, and other systems of major size and complexity for use in such facilities.
Evaluate design objectives, performs highly complex technical calculations, identifies most economical and efficient procedures for project design.
Prepare detailed cost estimates for use in obtaining project funding and bid evaluation.
Review and evaluate shop drawings, samples, and material certifications submitted by contractor for contract and performance requirements, recommending approval, rejection, or receipt.
Review the work of architect-engineer firms to ensure design excellence and that requirements are met.
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. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/
How you will be evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.