About the Role
We are seeking an experienced General Engineer to support the design, construction, and maintenance of a federal healthcare facility. This role applies broad engineering knowledge to complex, high-stakes projects — from initial planning and design through construction oversight and Architect-Engineer (AE) design management. You'll work independently, resolving conflicts between management requirements and engineering principles, and providing professional guidance to peers and subordinate engineers.
This is a senior-level, high-responsibility role suited for an engineer comfortable navigating government construction standards, healthcare facility requirements, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
What You'll Do
- Determine project requirements, conduct reconnaissance and site evaluations, and prepare designs, specifications, and cost estimates
- Apply broad engineering methods and standards to diverse, complex projects, adapting precedents where needed to resolve conflicts between management goals and engineering principles
- Perform or direct surveys and investigations to establish baseline data for design
- Evaluate design objectives and perform complex technical calculations to identify the most economical and efficient project approach
- Review plans, specifications, and designs submitted by subordinate engineers, and provide professional advice and direction for improvements
- Provide project management and oversight of construction or maintenance efforts
- Schedule and lay out construction operations; inspect materials, methods, and equipment
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for project funding and bid evaluation
- Prepare technical reports, correspondence, status reports, and schedules
- Consult with contractors to resolve complex or unforeseen problems during construction
- Prepare or revise sketches, drawings, and specifications, incorporating them into contract documents
- Review and evaluate contractor shop drawings, samples, and materials certifications
- Develop in-house designs and construction documents compliant with building codes and safety standards
- Establish design criteria and scope of work for AE firms; oversee, review, and approve/reject AE design deliverables
- Direct AE firms in preparing change order documents
- Implement and monitor Environment of Care requirements: OSHA/Life Safety Management, hazardous materials handling, emergency preparedness, and security policies
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental requirements
- Demonstrate infection control practices appropriate to a healthcare setting
- Protect sensitive data and files in accordance with the Privacy Act and applicable VA policies
- Communicate professionally and constructively with veterans, staff, contractors, and visitors
What You Bring
Required:
- Working familiarity with Patient-Centered Care principles in a healthcare setting
- Knowledge of healthcare design considerations, including fire codes, building codes, barrier-free codes, building systems/components, cleaning and maintenance concepts, ergonomics, and safety criteria
- Ability to review and interpret blueprints and specifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors, management, and facility staff
Education & Experience (at least one required):
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or
- 8–10 years of related engineering experience
- Healthcare design/facility experience is required regardless of which path above is met
Preferred:
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
- Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Revit (beneficial, not required)
- Familiarity with VISTA (Veterans Health Information & Technology Architecture) (beneficial, not required)
Work Environment
This role is based on-site at a VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) medical facility and requires coordination with contractors, AE firms, and internal departments throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
Pay: $103,000.00 - $109,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
