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Posted August 17, 2026
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center

CIVIL ENGINEER (GS-0810-07/09/11/12)

Philadelphia, PA, USA Full Time
Compensation: $55,602 to $128,221 Annually

* Per OPM: "With President Trump's Executive Order, all resumes must be two pages in length."


Starting Pay*: $55,602 - $128,221 (GS-07/09/11/12)

Job Description

The Civil Engineer supporting Lifting and Handling group is responsible for providing engineering consulting, design, repair, alterations/modifications, specifications, inspection criteria, calculations and addresses in -service issues for all lifting and handling equipment at NFPC.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Prepare designs, engineering plans, and specifications for new and overhaul equipment. Areas of work include geotechnical studies, building structural integrity, modifications to existing structures, existing foundations, floor loading and other civil engineering problems throughout the facility.

Prepares and reviews documentation (reports, procedures, technical specifications).

Serve as Project engineer providing oversight of projects during execution phases and approve all mechanical work associate with the project. This includes coordinating efforts with other departments as well as contractors. Performs any calculations associated with the project.

Acts as troubleshooter in identification and resolution of problems encountered during installation/testing of new equipment, foundry equipment and other mechanical systems used in the facility.

Shall comply with all NFPC procedures for safety, fall protection and hazardous materials.

Qualifications Required for the Position

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering. Area of expertise should reside in Civil, Manufacturing or equivalent.

Wide range of mechanical engineering theories, concepts, principles, standards and methods sufficient to formulate, execute, advise on, and explain recommendations or solutions to modify standard practices, equipment, devices, processes, and techniques.

Security Clearance / Background Check required. Your candidacy is subject to approval and acceptance.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

Additional Application Instructions

Security Clearance / Background Check required. Your candidacy is subject to approval and acceptance. Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met. Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,602.00 - $128,221.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Application Question(s): Are you a US Citizen How did you find this job posting? Example (BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee etc) Ability to Relocate: Philadelphia, PA 19112: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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