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US Army Corps of Engineers · 15 hours ago

Engineering Technician (Drafting)

Walla Walla, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$37K/yr - $96K/yr

1+ years exp

The US Army Corps of Engineers is dedicated to managing local water resources and is seeking an Engineering Technician (Drafting) to support their Engineering and Construction Division. The role involves performing advanced 3D modeling, mentoring others in the use of CAD technologies, and leading multi-discipline projects.

Civil EngineeringConstructionMilitaryRecreation

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the Advanced Modeling Lead

Perform 3D solids modeling, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Civil Information Modeling (CIM) on multiple platforms

Perform layout of complex equipment and features from very basic instructions from engineers

Perform feature sizing based on general-principle and standard criteria

Mentor others in the proper use of 3D Modeling, BIM, and CIM on multiple platforms

Lead other Engineering Technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects

Qualification

3D ModelingBIMCIMComputer-Aided DesignMentoringTeam Leadership

Required

US Citizens

Possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles

Submit a copy of your transcripts with your application package if applying based on education rather than experience

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)

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application

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

Minimum Experience Requirement: GS-04 Specialized Experience: Six months of general experience (1) in any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with using computer-aided software to create drawings depicting objects/features and/or technical drafting

GS-05 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience using computer-aided software to create engineering drawings or to depict objects/features

GS-06 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience using computer-aided drafting systems to update basic to complex engineering drawings and models for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs

GS-07 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience reviewing drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to requirements, and using computer-aided design to revise and produce basic engineering drawings and models from sketches for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs

GS-08 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes using computer-aided design to produce complex engineering drawings and 3D models from sketches and performing field visits to ascertain design requirements and as-constructed conditions for projects focused on civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and/or electrical designs

GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts with DETAILED instructions from engineers; (2) Review of models and design drawings from others; AND (3) Mentor & train on 2D/3D CAD platforms

GS-10 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts, and basic feature sizing with MINIMAL instructions from engineers (2) Review of models and design drawings from others (3) Mentor & train on BIM/CIM in a single platform AND (4) Lead other engineering technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects

GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1) Independently developing 3D BIM/CIM models, design drawings and detailed layouts in multiple platforms with VERY BASIC instructions (2) Review of models and design drawings from others (3) Mentor & train on BIM/CIM in multiple platforms AND (4) Lead other engineering technicians (CADD Lead) in multi-discipline projects

Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration

All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees

A trial or probationary period may be required

Direct deposit of pay is required

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition

Benefits

Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.

This position is eligible for situational telework.