Design and Construction Engineering Support – Systems Engineer, FC IV

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Systems Engineer providing design and construction engineering support for large-scale VA Medical Center projects. Collaborating on infrastructure planning and ensuring VHA standards compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert design and construction engineering support for large-scale VA Medical Center infrastructure projects, applying systems engineering principles to ensure integration of multiple utility systems and subsystems across all project phases
  • Apply effective project management and engineering techniques to planning, design, and construction activities, ensuring deliverables meet VHA standards, VA Design Requirements, and applicable agency Directives
  • Coordinate and lead risk assessments in collaboration with development, design, and end-user teams, identifying potential construction and systems integration risks and developing mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle
  • Support compliance with environmental and cultural resource review processes, including State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO), and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures, as required for federal construction projects
  • Conduct construction forensics and technical investigations to diagnose facility deficiencies, assess existing infrastructure conditions, and inform corrective action planning for VA healthcare facilities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems design within VHA healthcare environments, advising project teams on systems performance, code compliance, and alignment with medical center facility management best practices

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in healthcare facility and infrastructure design and construction with a qualifying BS degree, or 8 years of specialized experience in lieu of degree
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college required; advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field is a plus
  • Prior experience supporting VA, DoD, or other federal agency healthcare facility construction programs strongly preferred; familiarity with VHA design standards, VA Technical Information Library (TIL) requirements, and federal construction acquisition environments is highly desirable
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential and satisfy all VA background investigation and facility access requirements prior to or upon contract award
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future; this position does not offer visa sponsorship
  • Demonstrated expertise in construction management and healthcare facility management, including knowledge of MEP systems design, utility systems integration, and medical center operational requirements for projects of comparable size and scope to a VA Medical Center.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities