INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST / CHEMICAL ENGINEER (INTERDISCIPLINARY)

Engineering
USA
June 2, 2025
Full Time
Urgent

Job Description

Department of the Navy

U.S. Pacific Fleet

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF)

Summary:

This position is part of a public notice flyer used to identify potential candidates for future job openings. Applications are not accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the instructions provided in the “How to Apply” section. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled. Notice of Result letters will not be issued to applicants who respond to this notice.

Who May Apply:

  • U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States.

Position Overview:

This opportunity is for entry-level Industrial Hygienists (GS-0690) and Chemical Engineers (GS-0893) with the Department of the Navy. Selected individuals will play a key role in safeguarding health and safety by identifying and mitigating occupational hazards in shipyard and industrial environments.

Primary Duties:

  • Analyze accident and injury reports to identify trends and root causes and recommend hazard mitigation strategies.
  • Apply industrial hygiene practices to manage health risks in shipyard operations.
  • Review and provide technical input on policies and procedures (e.g., Uniform Industrial Process Instructions).
  • Represent PSNS in meetings with military and civilian personnel, including external stakeholders (e.g., OPNA V, NAVSEA).
  • Process, review, and analyze program data to ensure accuracy and clarity in reports provided to other departments.

Requirements:

  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Registration for Selective Service (for males born after 12/31/1959).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • Participation in direct deposit.
  • Willingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and areas with hazardous materials.
  • Travel may be required (CONUS and OCONUS).
  • Position is subject to medical surveillance due to exposure risks.
  • This is a bargaining unit position.

Qualifications:

For GS-07 (Industrial Hygienist/Chemical Engineer):

You may qualify based on:

  1. Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 level in assessing health hazards in industrial settings.
  2. Education:
    • One year of graduate-level education in a related field, OR
    • Bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement, OR
    • Combination of education and experience.

Basic Requirements by Series:

Industrial Hygiene (GS-0690):
  • A bachelor’s or higher degree in:
    • Industrial hygiene, occupational/environmental health, toxicology, or related sciences, OR
    • Physical/life sciences or engineering with 12 semester hours in chemistry (including organic) + 18 additional hours in qualifying science/health subjects, OR
    • Certification by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH).
Chemical Engineering (GS-0893):
  • A degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, OR
  • A combination of education and experience that meets OPM’s engineering qualification standards, such as:
    • Professional registration (e.g., PE, EIT),
    • FE exam passage,
    • Appropriate academic coursework,
    • Related degrees with at least one year of supervised engineering experience.
Additional (per SECNAVINST 5100.16C):
  • Minimum 30 credits of lab sciences,
    • Including 2 semesters of general inorganic chemistry (with lab),
    • 1 semester of organic chemistry (with lab),
    • Remaining credits from physics, engineering, toxicology, biology, etc.

Additional Information:

  • Direct Hire Authority under the Defense Industrial Base program is being used to fill these roles.
  • Multiple positions may be filled at different grade levels.
  • This position may require working nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Promotions may be available but are not guaranteed.
  • Veterans’ preference does not apply under this hiring authority.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

Your resume must clearly demonstrate the required qualifications and education. Supporting documentation (e.g., transcripts, certifications, DD-214) is necessary to verify eligibility. Misrepresentation of qualifications may disqualify you.

Required Documents:

  • Comprehensive resume detailing duties, titles, dates, and hours worked.
  • Transcripts (unofficial acceptable for initial application).
  • Certifications (e.g., ABIH, PE) if applicable.
  • Veterans’ preference documentation, if applicable.

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