Civil Engineer

US Citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization, a Common Access Card (CAC), and a valid US Driver’s License. Must speak, read, and write English and meet physical demands associated with the role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site technical expert for civil engineering aspects of construction, maintenance, and repair programs at Watervliet Arsenal (WVA).
• Prepare civil, structural, and architectural designs, drawings, and specifications for construction, alteration, renovation, addition, and rehabilitation of complex projects, including:
  • Office buildings, laboratories, manufacturing and production facilities, warehouses, and historic family housing.
  • Roads, sidewalks, ramps, stairs, and other surfaced areas.
• Perform engineering work on large and complex Civil Works projects with no precedent, addressing conflicting issues between economic feasibility and management objectives.
• Define, plan, and organize resources to meet project objectives and develop applicable design criteria.
• Design complete projects, including structural installations and support systems.
• Develop and review designs, plans, specifications, and analyses for technical adequacy, compliance with Government standards, and conformance with best engineering practices.
• Develop detailed design criteria for new construction, modifications, alterations, renovations, or repairs to infrastructure, machine foundations, and specialized equipment support systems.
• Prepare plans and specifications for in-house and contract projects, including preliminary plans for building layouts, electrical systems, HVAC, and other utilities.
• Accumulate technical engineering data and write specifications for facilities supporting machinery and equipment.
• Review submittals and design studies for compliance with specifications and approved design criteria.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure technical compliance and alignment with project requirements; resolve complex issues and non-compliance.
• Use personal computer equipment and established software systems to generate or edit specifications and perform engineering computations.
• Prepare project cost estimates, evaluate change orders, modifications, supplemental agreements, findings-of-fact, and Independent Government Estimates.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and other engineers, technicians, and personnel to provide advice, guidance, and recommendations in civil engineering.
• Evaluate, advise on, oversee, and direct contracted work to ensure quality and compliance with plans, designs, and specifications.
• Conduct studies and develop plans, specifications, and construction requirements, including schedules, costs, labor, and materials.
• Determine adequacy and validity of contractor data and compliance with safety requirements.
• Track project progress and contractual change orders using reporting mechanisms.
• Negotiate costs of minor changes with contract representatives.
• Anticipate, evaluate, and resolve problems affecting quality, scheduling, budgeting, or project progress.
• Perform on-site inspections to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring compliance with project requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Broad professional knowledge of and skill in applying engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods in construction and civil engineering.
• Experience with structural engineering (concrete) and construction standards, methods, practices, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to originate, assess, and advise on construction designs, engineering drawings, hydraulic designs, and soil/foundation mechanics.

Work Environment

• Typical office environment with no unusual hazards.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional work at elevated heights on platforms.
• Constant sitting while using a computer terminal.
• Constant use of sight abilities for reviewing documents and speech/hearing for communication.
• Constant mental alertness, planning/organizing skills, and ability to work under deadlines.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $103,623.00 annually. Factors affecting starting pay may include skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and short-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation (120 hours for 0–4 years of service, 160 hours for 4–9 years, 200 hours for 10+ years).
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays annually (prorated based on hire date).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Tax-saving options (e.g., flexible spending accounts).
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.