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If you are ready to begin your new career or are looking for a place to make an impact, what better place than a top ranked agency in the federal government? We are looking for the best and brightest to join our team of dedicated professionals here at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), where we are ranked number one among mid-size agencies in the Best Places to Work in the federal government rankings!
Major Duties
Our employees gain valuable work experience that provides them with the career boost that they are seeking. We need people like you to help us move the industry forward and continue to shape the future of energy policy. Join us and help make a difference! The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's role is to oversee various aspects of the energy industry, including transmission of electricity, natural gas and oil. We also analyze proposals to build liquefied natural gas terminals and interstate natural gas pipelines and license hydropower projects. To help support the modernization of the electric system here in the U.S., we are focusing on issues associated with a smarter grid.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking a highly motivated and qualified candidate for an exciting full-time permanent position as an Interdisciplinary Engineer within the Division of Hydropower Licensing in the Office of Energy Projects. The position is located in the Washington, DC Office. To learn more about the Commission, please visit www.ferc.gov.
Major Duties include:
- Review license applications and accompanying exhibits for existing and proposed hydropower projects to obtain a complete understanding of the project from an engineering, economic and environmental standpoint. Analyze information related to project features and operation, river hydrology, hydraulic modeling, erosion and sediment transport, geology and soils, construction practices, and engineering economics, as they relate to the construction, modification, operation, and maintenance of hydropower projects.
- Serve as project coordinator of multidisciplinary teams assigned to prepare staff environmental documents and license orders.
- Participate in the planning and execution of meetings on matters related to project features and operation, river hydrology, hydraulic modeling, erosion and sediment transport, geology and soils, construction practices, and engineering economics with attorneys, engineers, hydrologists, and biologists from licensees, applicants for license, and local, state, and federal agencies.
Qualifications
This position is INCLUDED in the bargaining unit.Please note - Only your resume and cover letter will be forwarded to the selecting official.More than one selection for similar positions may be made from this announcement and the program office for that selection may vary.By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s).
GS-11: At least one year of experience at the GS-9 level or equivalent experience preparing documents that assess civil and/or environmental engineering related issues or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
GS-12: At least one year of experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent experience preparing documents that assess moderately complex civil and/or environmental engineering issues related to existing or proposed infrastructure projects.
GS-13: At least one year of experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent experience preparing documents that assess complex civil and/or environmental engineering issues related to existing or proposed infrastructure projects.
Pay Range
$69,581.00 - $128,920.00