General Engineer

Fusion is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOB) specializing in mission‑critical engineering, secure infrastructure, and advanced technical solutions for federal and defense clients. We bring precision, integrity, and deep expertise to some of the nation’s most complex and sensitive programs.

Our team of highly skilled engineers and technical professionals is dedicated to advancing the future of secure facilities and infrastructure. When you join Fusion, you become part of a collaborative, mission‑focused organization that values technical excellence and a steadfast commitment to national security.

Position Summary

Fusion is seeking an experienced General Engineer to support the design, construction, modernization, and sustainment of secure federal facilities within the National Capital Region. This role provides technical oversight, engineering support, construction coordination, and infrastructure expertise across mission‑critical and classified facility projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background in one or more disciplines including mechanical, electrical, civil, or facilities engineering, with experience supporting federal, DoW, or other critical infrastructure environments

Clearance Requirement

• Active Top-Secret clearance required. TS/SCI preferred
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain any additional customer-required clearances or access authorizations

Key Responsibilities

Design & Technical Review

• Provide multidisciplinary engineering support for secure facility construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, design packages, calculations, and other technical documentation for constructability, coordination, and compliance
• Perform technical evaluations across mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, HVAC, controls, utilities, and site systems
• Identify design conflicts and technical issues, evaluate potential impacts, and coordinate practical solutions with appropriate engineering disciplines and project stakeholder
• Review proposed design changes and construction modifications for technical impact and alignment with project requirements

Field & Site Work

• Provide field engineering and construction-phase support, including site walks, inspections, condition assessments, and construction observation
• Verify installed systems and equipment against approved drawings, specifications, submittals, and design intent
• Evaluate and document field conditions, deficiencies, and construction-related issues and support their technical resolution
• Support construction, renovations, commissioning, testing, and turnover activities within operational mission-critical facilities

Security, Codes, and Compliance

• Apply applicable UFC criteria, DoW and federal standards, building codes, industry standards, and project-specific engineering requirements
• Support compliance with technical, construction, safety, and secure-facility requirements throughout project execution
• Handle sensitive and controlled project information in accordance with applicable security requirements

Project and Coordination Support

• Coordinate with project managers, discipline engineers, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and government stakeholders
• Participate in design reviews, construction meetings, technical discussions, and multidisciplinary coordination
• Support resolution of engineering and construction issues while considering impacts to project schedule, cost, quality, and facility operations
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support tracking of technical issues, design changes, and project deliverables

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

This is an exempt position performed at an active construction site. Although some work is completed in an onsite office trailer, employees may at some time be required to perform work within active construction areas. This position may require additional hours or attention outside of a traditional 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule to support construction activities, project deadlines, customer requirements, or urgent matters. Flexibility and reasonable responsiveness to time‑sensitive project needs are essential.

This role requires the ability to:

• Work f ully onsite, supporting secure government facilities and active construction environments requiringstrict access controls and security protocols
• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments, including active construction sites and around mechanical systems, high-voltage switchgear, substations, utilities, and other critical infrastructure
• Lift/carry up to 25 lbs., climb ladders, safely navigating uneven terrain, and working in confined spaces
• Work around high-voltage equipment, moving machinery, construction vehicles, dust, and moderate to high noise levels
• Wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all OSHA, Fusion, customer, and site‑specific safety requirements

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience supporting facilities, infrastructure, or construction, in mission‑critical environments
• Experience supporting federal or DoW constructions projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

The pay range for this role is:

130,000 - 165,000 USD per year (NAVFAC HQ DC)