General Engineer (Healthcare Design) Human Resources Administration

LLC - 3.3

Long Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $104,000 - $108,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Project engineering Microsoft Excel Fire safety Microsoft Outlook Institutional design (architectural design tasks) Fire codes and regulations Revit Institutional construction Requirements analysis Vendor communication Building code analysis Microsoft Project Stakeholder management Healthcare facility construction project management Full Job Description About the Role We are seeking an experienced General Engineer to support the design, construction, and maintenance of a federal healthcare facility. This role applies broad engineering knowledge to complex, high-stakes projects — from initial planning and design through construction oversight and Architect-Engineer (AE) design management. You'll work independently, resolving conflicts between management requirements and engineering principles, and providing professional guidance to peers and subordinate engineers. This is a senior-level, high-responsibility role suited for an engineer comfortable navigating government construction standards, healthcare facility requirements, and multi-stakeholder coordination. What You'll Do Determine project requirements, conduct reconnaissance and site evaluations, and prepare designs, specifications, and cost estimates Apply broad engineering methods and standards to diverse, complex projects, adapting precedents where needed to resolve conflicts between management goals and engineering principles Perform or direct surveys and investigations to establish baseline data for design Evaluate design objectives and perform complex technical calculations to identify the most economical and efficient project approach Review plans, specifications, and designs submitted by subordinate engineers, and provide professional advice and direction for improvements Provide project management and oversight of construction or maintenance efforts Schedule and lay out construction operations; inspect materials, methods, and equipment Prepare detailed cost estimates for project funding and bid evaluation Prepare technical reports, correspondence, status reports, and schedules Consult with contractors to resolve complex or unforeseen problems during construction Prepare or revise sketches, drawings, and specifications, incorporating them into contract documents Review and evaluate contractor shop drawings, samples, and materials certifications Develop in-house designs and construction documents compliant with building codes and safety standards Establish design criteria and scope of work for AE firms; oversee, review, and approve/reject AE design deliverables Direct AE firms in preparing change order documents Implement and monitor Environment of Care requirements: OSHA/Life Safety Management, hazardous materials handling, emergency preparedness, and security policies Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental requirements Demonstrate infection control practices appropriate to a healthcare setting Protect sensitive data and files in accordance with the Privacy Act and applicable VA policies Communicate professionally and constructively with veterans, staff, contractors, and visitors

What You Bring Required:

Working familiarity with Patient-Centered Care principles in a healthcare setting Knowledge of healthcare design considerations, including fire codes, building codes, barrier-free codes, building systems/components, cleaning and maintenance concepts, ergonomics, and safety criteria Ability to review and interpret blueprints and specifications Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors, management, and facility staff Education & Experience (at least one required): Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or 8-10 years of related engineering experience Healthcare design/facility experience is required regardless of which path above is met

Preferred:

Professional Engineer (PE) certification Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Revit (beneficial, not required) Familiarity with VISTA (Veterans Health Information & Technology Architecture) (beneficial, not required) Work Environment This role is based on-site at a VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) medical facility and requires coordination with contractors, AE firms, and internal departments throughout the design and construction lifecycle.

Pay:

$104,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person