Mechanical Engineer

23 hours ago

Washington DC USA, United States Architect of the Capitol Full time
Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to support the mission of the Architect of the Capitol and serve as a Mechanical Engineer who provides professional support for Steam and Chilled Water related engineering for the Capital Power Plant (CPP) distribution system and plant buildings.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical assistance to evaluate and recommend specifications, oversee and perform design services, and perform construction inspections for various highly complex engineering projects with an emphasis on the mechanical infrastructure systems in the power plant and utility distribution system.
  • Participate in construction and renovation projects with progressively more responsibility on a gradual basis from conception through completion as directed by CPP management.
  • Establish the scope of work, advising on the selection of consultants, coordinating consultants' efforts with AOC staff, and resolving operational, design, and construction problems.
  • Provide technical expertise to evaluate and recommend specifications and proposals for various Utility Distribution Systems (UDS) and plant engineering projects.
  • Apply mechanical engineering knowledge and techniques to observe, examine, measure, analyze, map, and describe mechanical engineering applications and problems.
  • Perform mechanical engineering planning and design by determining systems requirements, surveying the construction site, preparing designs, specifications, and estimates.
  • Conduct practical research applying theoretical knowledge of the fields of mechanical engineering to actual problems of maintenance and construction.
  • Follow agency engineering policies, standards, and criteria concerning the application of theories of mechanical engineering mechanics, including pressure, flow, energy, distribution of stresses resulting from load, and strength of materials.
  • Develop and coordinate programs for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities with which mechanical engineering are concerned.
  • Study problems inherent in maintaining and renovating tunnels and buildings of historic significance under the CPP jurisdiction.
  • Serve as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) and prior to project performance, review plans, specifications, and cost estimates for technical adequacy.
  • During project performance, assist contractors in interpreting technical requirements, recommend changes in contract terms to the Contracting Officer, monitor and evaluate contractor performance, review contractor invoices, recommend corrective actions, and inspect and accept contract deliverables.
  • Assess compliance with technical documents during the course of facility construction and ensure conformance to plans, specifications, codes, standards, engineering best practices, and customer requirements.
  • Investigate and report on matters of concern with contractors that may lead to formal claims by the contractor.
  • Work with design consultants, project managers, construction contractors, and Jurisdiction officials to resolve problems or conflicts impeding progress.
  • Work with the Contracting Officer to negotiate contract specification and design changes with Jurisdiction representatives, consultants, and contractors.
  • Investigate requests for contract change orders, consider work site conditions, field measurements, and computations, and local labor rates.
  • Compute periodic payments to contractors based on review of contractors' cost breakdowns, progress data, materials, and equipment used, and survey reports.
  • Coordinate with District of Columbia government and Federal agencies, such as OSHA and EPA, to ensure that construction operations are in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and standards.
  • Provide guidance, technical advice, and consultation to lower-grade employees and specialists within the CPP in the performance of related assignments.
  • Contribute to the resolution of technical difficulties that are amenable to changes in approach, criteria, or requirements.
  • Conduct studies to develop criteria for situations encountered during field inspections.
  • Facilitate the resolution of project-related issues and concerns that arise at the CPP Management level.
  • Act as the CPP's focal point for scope, schedule, and budget concerns.
  • Provide timely and accurate responses to CPP Management questions.
  • Help prioritize CPP's work and facilitate monthly meetings with CPP Management and other AOC organizations.
  • Follow applicable AOC and OSHA safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner.
  • Ensure the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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