Interdisciplinary General Engineer/Physical Scientist
What you'd do
This position is part of the Office of Science - SLAC Site Office, Department of Energy. As a Interdisciplinary General Engineer/Physical Scientist, you will be responsible for the Federal oversight of the coordination, design, construction and close-out phases of all assigned projects in compliance with DOE Order 413.3B, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets.
Major duties
The SLAC Site Office (SSO) is the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) line management organization within the Office of Science (SC) which manages and administers the DOE performance based contact with Stanford University to manage and operate the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (SLAC). The SSO reports directly to the Office of Science (SC). SLAC is a DOE national laboratory, which performs and supports world-class research in photon science, high-energy physics, and particle astrophysics. The duty station for this position is Menlo Park, CA. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a General Engineer/Physical Scientist, you will: Serve as the Federal Project Director (FPD) responsible for leading the coordination, design, construction, and close-out phases of capital asset construction, Major Item of Equipment (MIE), and minor projects. Evaluate complex scientific and engineering challenges to resolve technical uncertainties, manage design or operational risks, and address conflicting project goals. Assess the viability of emerging or improved technologies, industry trends, and technical standards to modernize engineering programs and project execution. Prepare critical project lifecycle and business documents, including program budgets, procurement packages, project execution plans, and Statements of Work (SOWs). Act as the primary technical authority to advise senior management and project contractors, while representing the agency to present project progress, objectives, and technical findings at professional reviews and meetings.
What you need to qualify
You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. See the Education section for the Basic Requirement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. GS-13: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12). Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Coordinating projects (such as facility construction, utility or infrastructure upgrades, or major technical equipment installations) from the planning and design phases through execution and close-out. Reviewing project lifecycle and business documents, such as project execution plans, cost-benefit analyses, technical budget estimates, and detailed Statements of Work (SOWs) or technical specifications for contracted services. Serving as a key technical point of contact to collaborate with, influence, and negotiate among multidisciplinary teams, contractors, or external partners to resolve technical disputes and align project milestones. GS-14: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-13). Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Leading projects (such as facility construction, utility or infrastructure upgrades, or major technical equipment installations) from the planning and design phases through execution and close-out. Reviewing project lifecycle and business documents, such as project execution plans, cost-benefit analyses, technical budget estimates, and detailed Statements of Work (SOWs) or technical specifications for contracted services. Preparing technical briefings, progress reports, or business cases to senior management, clients, or regulatory bodies to justify project directions, secure funding, or resolve technical disagreements. NOTE: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 or GS-14 levels. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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