ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (ELECTRICAL)

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform non-professional technical work in coordinating and monitoring work performed on the SCADA system controlling electrical, water, sanitary, and industrial distribution system. Install, maintain, test troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate various types of moderately complex electronically controlled equipment. Responsibilities Coordinates, directs, and performs various assignments associated with the SCADA. Assignments include installation, implementation, testing, feedback, operation and maintenance of system software and hardware. Maintains programs that provide operator interface to the SCADA system. Prepares engineering studies, analyses and calculations which specify required SCADA/UCS metering and monitoring for facilities and systems served by the utilities distribution networks. Manages an existing state-of-the-art distributed processing system, which monitors, meters and controls the energy, gas, water, sewage distribution systems and facilities attached to it. Performs surveys of Utilities Facilities; includes the study and analysis of electrical and mechanical utility systems. Complies with health, safety, and environ mental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions for Engineering Technical Series 0802. This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of engineering or architecture, and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-08 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes technical work in drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as: Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes. Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated. OR EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must have successfully completed Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree with major study in an appropriate field of engineering, construction, or industrial technology. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post one full year of graduate education with a major study in an appropriate field of engineering, construction, or industrial technology and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. CERTIFICATION: Engineering technicians may be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, an organization sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers. Certification by the Institute will be helpful as a measure of the technician's quality of experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: A general knowledge of the mission, objectives, terminology, and processes in the operation of various civil engineer systems. Operating knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and Applix. Knowledge of overall concepts of SCADA systems operations and maintenance including installation, operations, and maintenance of micro-processor-base RTU. Knowledge of microprocessor-based distributed-processing SCADA and UCS systems and their components. Knowledge of computer assisted engineering design and drafting systems. Familiarity with binary codes used in the construction of the map board definition file. Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electronically controlled industrial systems, components, and accessories. Knowledge of electronic theory and circuits and basic logic circuits for power. Knowledge of the operation, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems complicated by a variety of multi-component assemblies and devices. Knowledge of health,, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. General background in utilities system management. knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles, systems, circuits, equipment, and controls. Knowledge of design theory, engineering practices and techniques, and installation practices of electrical and mechanical utilities metering. Ability to select and use sophisticated engineering test equipment and instrumentation to conduct field analyses of utility system problems and evaluates the effectiveness of corrective actions Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facility surveys and inspection. Ability to communicate ideas effectively through diagrams, fonnal graphic methods, and the written and spoken word. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NJ-03 equivalent to a GS-09 to GS-11. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.