Grade II
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General Characteristics
  • Acquires fundamental knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area through mentored experience.
  • Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
  • Understands and complies with ethical codes.
Technical Responsibilities
  • Performs basic design tasks.
  • Assists on tasks such as: field activities, material testing, CADD work, permit applications, and report writing.
Program, Project, and Task Management
  • Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope. 
  • No managerial responsibilities at this level.
Management, Supervision, and Guidance
  • Receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments, particularly on difficult problems, and a general review of all aspects of work.
  • Attains mentored experience from a licensed civil engineer.
Communication, Teamwork & Leadership
  • Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
  • Explains and practices basic principles of formal/informal communication, teamwork, and leadership, including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Practices professionalism and respectful inclusion in the workplace.
  • Engages in few project stakeholder interactions.
Typical Titles

Engineering Intern/Engineer-in-Training, Designer, Engineering Associate, Analyst
Experience
0+ years
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
  • Master’s degree or equivalent (Optional).
Licensure and Certification

Engineering Intern/Engineer-in-Training
Professional Activities

Member of professional practice organization.
Community Activities

Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.
Equivalent Federal General Schedule
GS-5 to GS-7