Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical)

Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical) Syracuse VA Medical Center - 2.6 Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $115,118 - $149,651 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Civil engineering Teamwork Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Architectural Engineering Engineering Construction project management Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering Architecture Mechanical Engineering Maintenance work Biomedical Engineering Fire codes and regulations English Fundamentals of Engineering Consulting experience Contract management in healthcare Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Bachelor's degree in architecture Engineer in Training Clinical staff training Bachelor's degree in engineering Architecture License Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Decision making Government contract management Implementation of OSHA safety standards Contracts Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Working on electrical projects Hospital compliance Senior level Electrical Engineering JCAHO Hospital regulatory compliance Civil Engineering Construction workplace safety regulations Construction administration project phase FDA regulations Training delivery Healthcare facility construction project management Full Job Description This position is located within the Facility Management Services Division of a VA Medical Center. This position is under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager. This position performs both project management and design services at the VA Medical Center located in Syracuse, NY. You will need to click or copy and paste the link below to apply on the official USAJOBS website. Link to be updated 1 May 2026: please check back This job entitles you to a pension from the United States Government once vested. There are also many other incredible benefits to working for the government. This is a government job and a rare opportunity. Minor Construction Projects, Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) Projects, Station Level Projects, and Leases, including all areas and aspects (architectural, electrical, life safety, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.) at an assigned medical center and associated Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)'s. 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 codes, specifications and schedules are met in accordance with the government's requirements for VA owned and leased facilities. 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 others. 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 assigned. Responsible for providing healthcare engineering support to all assigned projects. 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 facility. Guides participants 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 goals. Maintains COR certification to oversee the administration of Facility Engineering Service's Architect/Engineer and Construction Contracts. 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 systems. Manages 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 standards. Performs healthcare engineering project construction management and post project activities while ensuring continuity of building and utility services for medical facility operations. Assists 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 care. This includes a curriculum that addresses the safe and effective use of medical gases, emergency power, ventilation, and other healthcare infrastructure related technology. This 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 information. Assists 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 control. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job Subject to a background/suitability investigation Designated and/or random drug testing may be required May serve a probationary period Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications:

United States Citizenship:

Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

English Language Proficiency:

Healthcare Engineer candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Education:

(1) Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Architecture. To 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 curriculum. Examples of acceptable engineering and architectural degrees include, but are not limited to: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Architectural Engineering. Titles may vary from educational institutions and change over time; OR (2) Evidence of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination with a Bachelor's degree. Evidence 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 (3) Evidence of current professional registration or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Architect. Evidence of current professional registration or licensure can be from any State, the District of Columbia, Guam or Puerto Rico.

GRADE DETERMINATIONS.

Promotion Potential:

The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$115,118.00 - $149,651.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person