Summary The incumbent works with structural engineers using Computer Aided Drafting, i.e., Microstation and Open Bridge Modeler, to prepare detailed contract drawings. The position requires computations from field survey data to determine dimensions and elevations for proper clearances, grade, and alignment. They also plan, organize, and prepare drawings in sufficient detail to permit ordering and fabrication of all materials and erection of the structure. First review is 10 days from the open date. Responsibilities As an Engineering Technician (Civil) (Bridge), you will: Use Computer Assisted Design and Drafting (CADD) software to develop and modify 2D and 3D files using Microstation V8i w/Geopak Rebar, ProStructures, Open Bridge Modeler and Open Bridge Designer, as well as incorporate information from Open Roads Designer and other drafting software as necessary. Prepare type, size, and location (TS&L) drawings based on the results of site investigations and survey and map incorporating existing and proposed structures, drainage areas, and topography. Develop plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) by performing material quantity calculations for items such as excavation, concrete, and reinforcing steel. The ideal candidate is a mid-level career employee with thorough knowledge of structural detailing practices for plan preparation with respect to bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and miscellaneous highway structures. The incumbent has thorough knowledge and experience in the use of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software, specifically Microstation, Open Roads Designer, Open Bridge Modeler, and Geopak Rebar. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. You must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for consideration. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You will be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding. PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required. TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Occasional trips to the field will require considerable and strenuous walking, bending, climbing and lifting less than 25 lbs. on rugged terrain. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While on trips to the field there may be occasional exposure to conditions of potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress requiring a safety and other precautions where conditions cannot be controlled. TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework. The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. Qualifications Individual Occupational Requirements for series 0802 (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above): This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include technical work in drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as: Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes. Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated. Certification: Engineering technicians may be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, an organization sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers. Certification by the Institute will be helpful as a measure of the technician's quality of experience. For more information refer to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/ To determine if you are eligible, review the following grade specific details. You will be asked questions as part of your application but make sure to verify how you meet this experience in your resume or you may be deemed ineligible. For the GS-11: On Experience, you must have at least one year of specialized experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, which included: Experience using MICROSTATION and/or Open Road/Bridge Modeler to develop contract drawings of structural elements for transportation projects; AND Experience using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) equipment to prepare sketches for transportation-related structures. You cannot qualify based on education, you must have experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will also be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Computer Skills - Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. Design - Knowledge of conceptualizing, developing, producing, understanding, and using plans, models, blueprints, and maps, including the use of tools and instruments to produce precision technical drawings, working prototypes, components, or systems. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Quality Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools of quality assurance, quality control, and reliability used to ensure that a project, system, or product fulfills requirements and standards. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education See the Qualifications section for the Mandatory Education Requirements. Additional Information This announcement establishes an open continuous period for this series/grade. We will perform interim reviews of all applications as positions become vacant. You must meet all eligible requirements at the time of consideration. The first review will be 10 days after the opening date. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. If you are hired for this position; you will not receive additional consideration from this announcement.