Mechanical Engineer - Public Buildings Service

SummaryAs a Mechanical Engineer, you will provide advanced professional mechanical engineering expertise in support of nationally managed design and construction programs and initiatives.The Office of Engineering provides centralized national engineering expertise and technical oversight in support of PBS design, construction, repair, alteration, modernization, and building performance programs.We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.Learn more about this agencyDutiesServes as project engineer or designated technical lead for complex design, construction, renovation, or alteration projects involving advanced mechanical systems.Reviews mechanical engineering design documents at multiple project phases to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and agency technical criteria.Analyzes system performance calculations, load analyses, equipment selections, and energy modeling documentation.Provides authoritative consultation to project managers, engineers, architects, and facility managers regarding mechanical system design, repair, alteration, and modernization.Performs field investigations and site assessments for complex projects where significant mechanical system deficiencies, failures, or performance concerns have developed or are anticipated.RequirementsConditions of employmentUS Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing dateMeet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicableRegister with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.Serve a one year probationary period, if required.Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.Site visits may require walking, bending, climbing stairs or ladders, and use of personal protective equipment.QualificationsFor each job on your resume, provide:the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.The GS-13 salary range starts at $108,173per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service.This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGINEERS: A Degree in professional engineering OR a combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience. For specifics on qualifying education and/or experience - use the following link: Basic Requirements for Engineer Positions.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the Basic Requirements listed above, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes preparing and/or reviewing designs for complex mechanical systems in large buildings and campuses. Designs should include both new construction and renovation, encompass many different kinds of HVAC systems serving a diverse array of building occupants and ensure all code, energy, and legal requirements are met.Additional informationCandidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal governmentThis vacancy may be filled in any of the following locations:Washington, DCKansas City, MOFort Worth, TXLakewood, COTacoma, WARaleigh, NCNew York, NYBoston, MAPhiladelphia, PAAtlanta, GAChicago, ILSan Francisco, CAAdditional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.We are also accepting applications from all U.S. Citizens and Nationals under Vacancy Announcement # PA-2026-0004. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.You will have access to many benefits including:Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)Life insurance coverage with several optionsSick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per yearThrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)Flexible work schedulesTransit and child care subsidiesFlexible spending accountsLong-term care insuranceTraining and developmentEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.