General Engineer

The General Engineer role supports critical facilities at Naval Hospital Beaufort within the DHA network, coordinating engineering projects that keep medical infrastructure safe, compliant, and operational. This position blends project documentation, cross department collaboration, and safety oversight to ensure federal standards are met while sustaining reliable healthcare operations.

Overview

• Location: Beaufort, SC (onsite)
• Salary: USD 89,508 - 116,362 per year
• Minimum Experience: 1 year
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited) or combination of education and experience
• Summary: General Engineer position located at Naval Hospital Beaufort, SC. Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation for DoD personnel.

Responsibilities

• Prepares comprehensive construction packages and documents facility requirements within databases
• Evaluates full-scope project variables including alteratives
• Tasks and manages cross-departmental economic analysis requests
• Reviews layouts and contract modifications for industrial equipment and installation utilities
• Coordinates project technical data across all milestones with mission personnel
• Participates in critical safety sessions and formal project planning meetings
• Evaluates medical facility structures for strict compliance with federal mandates
• Coordinates, schedules, tracks, and documents survey findings

Requirements

• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules
• Position is designated as Mission Essential.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes managing engineering projects in a healthcare environment, overseeing regular maintenance schedules of utility assets such as chillers and backup generators, utilizing engineering principles to draft scopes of work and adhering to established timelines; and ensuring facility operations comply with environmental, energy-use, safety, and security standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether the position is full-time, part-time or intermittent

This Job Is Open To

• The public
• U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Required Documents

• Your resume: two pages or less; must support the specialized experience; include employer, job title, start/end dates, hours per week, and a brief description
• Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, most recent Performance Appraisal, transcripts or license/certification if applicable
• Notes about document submission and eligibility

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/16/2026 to receive consideration. Follow prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents; ensure resume is two pages or less. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents; uploads may take several hours to clear virus scan. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section and continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete; your USAJOBS resume will be included but you must re-select other documents from USAJOBS account.

Agency Contact Information

• Agency: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Website: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
• Address: JT-DD83DT ATLANTIC DHN - BEAUFORT; DO NOT MAIL; Beaufort, SC 29902; US

Next Steps

• If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.
• Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position.
• If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package will be used to determine eligibility and qualifications.