Healthcare Engineer

Summary The incumbent has a dual role of responsibilities and functions as a Project/Resident Engineer on delegated construction projects. Under the general direction of the Project Section Chief, the incumbent serves as a Healthcare Engineer responsible for the engineering analysis, development, design of, and the preparation of complete plans and specifications for new work and improvements. Responsibilities Identifies a wide range of complex problems using professional knowledge of various engineering disciplines including civil, electrical, mechanical, architectural, electronic and biomedical. Monitors engineering and architectural aspects of large-scale construction projects to ensure compliance with contract plans. Administers A/E contracts for compliance. Interprets construction drawings, specifications, and building codes. Designs and plans for the implementation of construction activity at the medical facility in a way to minimize the disruption of patient care. Provides engineering technical oversight on team based projects. Displays knowledge of computer systems such as Computer Assisted Design Drawing (CADD) system, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Access. Performs engineering duties with considerable latitude from technical control in selecting and modifying methods, guidelines and techniques for the resolution of complex problems and situations. Performs engineering duties using guidelines such as Joint Commission standards, NFPA codes, Resident Engineer's Handbook, OSHA, EPA and State DEQ rules and regulations. Understands engineering's impact on special emphasis programs such as energy reduction and green environmental management. Serves as the engineering technical advisor on large, complex utility installation projects. Manages very complex construction, demolition and renovation projects in a health care setting. Understands Joint Commission risk assessment requirements for construction projects. Ensures that all interim life safety measures are implemented and maintained. Ensures construction projects are completed in a timely and cost effective manner to provide adequate patient care. Interacts with various stakeholders such as design-build contractors, procurement personnel, medical center staff, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), etc. Work Schedule: 7:45 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday (Eastern Standard Time) Telework/Virtual: Not Available Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not Available Position Description Title/PD : Healthcare Engineer/PD000000 Physical Requirements: The duties of the position require visits to all areas of the medical center environment. Physical agility and manual dexterity are essential In that 1he incumbent must be able to climb, lift, push, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and work in close quarters during project Inspections and gathering of project design Information. Inspections of hazardous environments require the use of respirators and protective clothing. Incumbent spends a significant portion of each day conducting field inspections; may often be required to personally oversee delicate or dangerous work In the field for long hours each day, such as overhead crane work, confined space entry, excavation and 1renchlng, and high voltage field connections. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.