Healthcare Engineer (Project Engineer)
Summary The position serves as a Project Engineer at an assigned Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare SystemThe position serves as resident and program engineer consisting of the planning, design, and overseeing of major healthcare system projects; oversees Professional Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Construction contracts to ensure the contractor is in compliance with all contractual requirements, healthcare regulations and codesResponsibilities The position provides engineering support to the assigned healthcare system and is responsible for maintaining construction specifications and drawings, maintaining technical reference library of codes, standards, and other regulations which are applicable to the engineering construction industries Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and othersThe position serves as a healthcare engineering advisor, engineer consultant, engineer designer, contract administrator, project manager, construction coordinator, and instructor during the design and construction of all projects assignedThe position is responsible for providing healthcare engineering support to all assigned projectsThe position is responsible for performing the duties of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on professional design and construction projects, training service staff on technical issues and assisting the service staff on the completion of technical and administrative issues regarding infrastructure related operations of the medical facilityThe position serves as the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Chairperson, comprised of diverse and multi-discipline professional team members, consisting of internal and external stakeholders, and is a recognized expert in project managementThe position participates in planning deliberations and contributes significantly to the management decision-making process through teamwork, innovation, coordination, and collaboration with other senior members and stakeholders to ensure objectives are met toward meeting the healthcare system's overall strategic plan goalsThe position maintains COR certification to oversee the administration of Facility Engineering Service's Architect/Engineer and Construction ContractsThe position supports and advances patient care by applying engineering and managerial skills to healthcare engineering as demonstrated by the following major
Responsibilities:
Conducts capital asset and infrastructure planning and design for the medical facility spanning initial strategic planning, concept development, design, construction, and effective implementation of complex buildings, utilities, and medical support systemsManages healthcare engineering project design and administers construction in accordance with VA policies and procedures, VA Design Guides, VA Design Manuals, VA Master Specifications and related industry codes and standardsPerforms healthcare engineering project construction management and post project activities while ensuring continuity of building and utility services for medical facility operationsAssists in the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff and maintenance personnel addressing the principles and application of building and utility systems in the delivery of health careThis includes a curriculum that addresses the safe and effective use of medical gases, emergency power, ventilation, and other healthcare infrastructure related technologyThis requires skill to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of individuals, including technical and professional clinical staff, to communicate technical informationAssists in development and implementation of the environment of care program that meets current Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), NFPA, and VA requirements, particularly as it relates to construction safety and infection controlOther duties as assigned by position's Supervisor Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 07:
00 a.
mto 3:
30 p.
mTelework:
Not available Virtual:
This is not a virtual positionFunctional Statement #:
0000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.
SCitizen to apply for this jobSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959Must be proficient in written and spoken EnglishYou may be required to serve a probationary periodSubject to background/security investigationSelected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding processMust pass pre-employment physical examinationParticipation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for detailsQualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are metBasic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA PolicyEducation:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or ArchitectureTo be acceptable, the curriculum must be from a school with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Engineering Accreditation Commission (excludes engineering technology) or National Council of Architectural Registration Boards curriculumExamples of acceptable engineering and architectural degrees include, but are not limited to:
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Architectural EngineeringTitles may vary from educational institutions and change over time; OR Evidence of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination with a bachelor's degreeEvidence can be in the form of an Engineering in Training certificate issued from any State, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto Rico, or test results from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) identifying a passing score; OR Evidence of current professional registration or licensure as a Professional Engineer or ArchitectEvidence of current professional registration or licensure can be from any State, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto RicoMay qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)Grade Determinations:
Healthcare Engineer, GS-07 ExperienceNone beyond the basic requirementsHealthcare Engineer, GS-09 Experience or EducationCandidates at this level must meet one of the following:
(a) One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade; OR (b) Master of Engineering degree or Master of Architecture degree or Master of Science degree in Engineering or a related field of study as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1); OR (c) Bachelor's degree as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1) plus two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the core competencies for GS-09 level assignmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a)Knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of the engineering profession(b) Ability to interpret relevant codes, regulations, guidelines and standards to make recommendations to assure compliance with healthcare facility programs(c) Ability to understand the operational professional engineering needs of clinical services in the healthcare system(d) Ability to prepare material on current technical topics and trends for presentation to other technical staff and mid-level hospital management and to keep abreast of changes in engineering technology related to a healthcare facilityHealthcare Engineer, GS-11 Experience or EducationCandidates at this level must meet one of the following:
(a) One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade; OR (b) Ph.
Dor equivalent doctoral degree in Engineering or a related field of engineering as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1); OR (c) Master of Engineering degree, Master of Architecture degree, Master of Science degree in Engineering or a related field of study as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1), plus 1 full year of progressively higher level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities for GS-11 level assignment; OR (d) Bachelor's degree as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1) plus 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities for GS-11 level assignmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Knowledge of either mechanical, electrical, structural, civil or other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment(b) Knowledge of basic project management principles as applied to the healthcare setting(c) Ability to apply healthcare engineering related standards, codes, policies and regulations, inclusive of, state and local codes(d) Ability to communicate effective orally and in writing with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy(e) Ability to develop material for clinical or administrative staff that addresses the principles and application of engineering technology and/or theory used in healthcare(f) Ability to advise staff on emerging engineering technology related to a healthcare facility, while keeping abreast of changes in such technology and utilizing the information to solve healthcare facility engineering challengesHealthcare Engineer, GS-12ExperienceOne year of experience equivalent to the next lower gradeKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)In addition to meeting the experience requirements for this grade level, the candidate must fully demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment(b) Knowledge of healthcare industry standards and related regulatory agency and organization (including, but not limited to The Joint Commission (TJC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), etc.
) regulations, requirements, guides, policies, procedures, directives, standards and general medical program requirements as they relate to healthcare engineering(c) Knowledge of construction standards, methods, practices and techniques, materials and equipment to determine compliance with engineering regulations and standards(d) Skill in researching and analyzing information, conditions, human factors and projections to make sound engineering and business recommendations and decisions to proactively identify problems and develop innovative solutions within the context of applicable rules, regulations and procedures(e) Ability to plan and execute complex, multi-faceted projects and inspections while prioritizing resources against approved scopes of work, contract documents and budgets(f) Ability to organize and lead multi-disciplinary task forces with members from different departments and divisions, as well as design and construction firmsReferences:
VA Handbook 5005/150, PART II, Appendix G72 The full performance level of this vacancy is 12The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-7 to GS-12Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirementsEducation IMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on educationNote:
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.
SDepartment of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employmentYou can verify your education here:
http:
//ope.
ed.
gov/accreditation/If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that educationFor further information, visit:
http:
//www.
ed.
gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
htmlAdditional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employeeSelected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experienceThis credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leaveSuch credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteedThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacanciesThis position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive statusVA encourages persons with disabilities to applyThe health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authorityPursuant to VHA Directive 1193.
01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.
e.
, medical, religious or pregnancy)VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locationsIf selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start dateThe agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation processIf you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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Responsibilities:
Conducts capital asset and infrastructure planning and design for the medical facility spanning initial strategic planning, concept development, design, construction, and effective implementation of complex buildings, utilities, and medical support systemsManages healthcare engineering project design and administers construction in accordance with VA policies and procedures, VA Design Guides, VA Design Manuals, VA Master Specifications and related industry codes and standardsPerforms healthcare engineering project construction management and post project activities while ensuring continuity of building and utility services for medical facility operationsAssists in the provision of a continuing education program for clinical staff and maintenance personnel addressing the principles and application of building and utility systems in the delivery of health careThis includes a curriculum that addresses the safe and effective use of medical gases, emergency power, ventilation, and other healthcare infrastructure related technologyThis requires skill to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of individuals, including technical and professional clinical staff, to communicate technical informationAssists in development and implementation of the environment of care program that meets current Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), NFPA, and VA requirements, particularly as it relates to construction safety and infection controlOther duties as assigned by position's Supervisor Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 07:
00 a.
mto 3:
30 p.
mTelework:
Not available Virtual:
This is not a virtual positionFunctional Statement #:
0000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.
SCitizen to apply for this jobSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959Must be proficient in written and spoken EnglishYou may be required to serve a probationary periodSubject to background/security investigationSelected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding processMust pass pre-employment physical examinationParticipation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for detailsQualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are metBasic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA PolicyEducation:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or ArchitectureTo be acceptable, the curriculum must be from a school with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Engineering Accreditation Commission (excludes engineering technology) or National Council of Architectural Registration Boards curriculumExamples of acceptable engineering and architectural degrees include, but are not limited to:
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Architectural EngineeringTitles may vary from educational institutions and change over time; OR Evidence of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination with a bachelor's degreeEvidence can be in the form of an Engineering in Training certificate issued from any State, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto Rico, or test results from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) identifying a passing score; OR Evidence of current professional registration or licensure as a Professional Engineer or ArchitectEvidence of current professional registration or licensure can be from any State, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto RicoMay qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)Grade Determinations:
Healthcare Engineer, GS-07 ExperienceNone beyond the basic requirementsHealthcare Engineer, GS-09 Experience or EducationCandidates at this level must meet one of the following:
(a) One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade; OR (b) Master of Engineering degree or Master of Architecture degree or Master of Science degree in Engineering or a related field of study as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1); OR (c) Bachelor's degree as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1) plus two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the core competencies for GS-09 level assignmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a)Knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of the engineering profession(b) Ability to interpret relevant codes, regulations, guidelines and standards to make recommendations to assure compliance with healthcare facility programs(c) Ability to understand the operational professional engineering needs of clinical services in the healthcare system(d) Ability to prepare material on current technical topics and trends for presentation to other technical staff and mid-level hospital management and to keep abreast of changes in engineering technology related to a healthcare facilityHealthcare Engineer, GS-11 Experience or EducationCandidates at this level must meet one of the following:
(a) One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade; OR (b) Ph.
Dor equivalent doctoral degree in Engineering or a related field of engineering as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1); OR (c) Master of Engineering degree, Master of Architecture degree, Master of Science degree in Engineering or a related field of study as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1), plus 1 full year of progressively higher level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities for GS-11 level assignment; OR (d) Bachelor's degree as outlined in paragraph 3.
b.
(1) plus 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in a related field of study, provided the applicant's total background demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities for GS-11 level assignmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Knowledge of either mechanical, electrical, structural, civil or other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment(b) Knowledge of basic project management principles as applied to the healthcare setting(c) Ability to apply healthcare engineering related standards, codes, policies and regulations, inclusive of, state and local codes(d) Ability to communicate effective orally and in writing with internal and external customers with tact and diplomacy(e) Ability to develop material for clinical or administrative staff that addresses the principles and application of engineering technology and/or theory used in healthcare(f) Ability to advise staff on emerging engineering technology related to a healthcare facility, while keeping abreast of changes in such technology and utilizing the information to solve healthcare facility engineering challengesHealthcare Engineer, GS-12ExperienceOne year of experience equivalent to the next lower gradeKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)In addition to meeting the experience requirements for this grade level, the candidate must fully demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil and other engineering/architectural principles, practices and their applications in the healthcare environment(b) Knowledge of healthcare industry standards and related regulatory agency and organization (including, but not limited to The Joint Commission (TJC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), etc.
) regulations, requirements, guides, policies, procedures, directives, standards and general medical program requirements as they relate to healthcare engineering(c) Knowledge of construction standards, methods, practices and techniques, materials and equipment to determine compliance with engineering regulations and standards(d) Skill in researching and analyzing information, conditions, human factors and projections to make sound engineering and business recommendations and decisions to proactively identify problems and develop innovative solutions within the context of applicable rules, regulations and procedures(e) Ability to plan and execute complex, multi-faceted projects and inspections while prioritizing resources against approved scopes of work, contract documents and budgets(f) Ability to organize and lead multi-disciplinary task forces with members from different departments and divisions, as well as design and construction firmsReferences:
VA Handbook 5005/150, PART II, Appendix G72 The full performance level of this vacancy is 12The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-7 to GS-12Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirementsEducation IMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on educationNote:
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.
SDepartment of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employmentYou can verify your education here:
http:
//ope.
ed.
gov/accreditation/If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that educationFor further information, visit:
http:
//www.
ed.
gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
htmlAdditional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employeeSelected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experienceThis credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leaveSuch credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteedThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacanciesThis position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive statusVA encourages persons with disabilities to applyThe health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authorityPursuant to VHA Directive 1193.
01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.
e.
, medical, religious or pregnancy)VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locationsIf selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start dateThe agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation processIf you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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