CIVIL ENGINEER (STRUCTURAL)

$69,946 - $115,927/Yr

Department of Defense - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Nashville, TN

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

You will function as a Civil Engineer (Structural) with the Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District, Engineering and Construction Division.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of structural engineering features pertinent to the new construction and/or modification of navigation locks and dams, flood control and local protection projects and appurtenant features.
• Apply loads to structural members and performs stability and flotation analysis to obtain resultant stresses such as shear, tension, compression or torsion on the structure.
• Prepare sketches showing dimensions, steel sizes and spacing, and notes required to prepare contract drawings pertaining to structural design.
• Prepare or coordinate preparation of finished Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) drawings on structural items for use in contract drawings.
• Make comparative cost estimates as an aid in choosing between two or more alternative designs.
• Coordinate the engineering data resulting from preceding work and provides technical assistance in the preparation of preliminary designs and estimates.
• Review incoming correspondence, regulations, and directives to keep abreast of new policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in engineering from an accredited program.
• Specialized experience for GS-07: One year of specialized experience performing engineering work such as searching technical reports and applying basic formulas to routine calculations.
• Specialized experience for GS-09: One year of specialized experience preparing portions of conventional engineering plans, designs, and/or design specifications.
• Specialized experience for GS-11: One year of specialized experience providing developing structural designs and preparing design engineering documents.
• Education or combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for the position.

Nice-to-haves

• Membership in an approved national scholastic honor society.
• Superior Academic Achievement in a qualifying curriculum.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.