VA
Supervisory Healthcare Engineer (Deputy)
Veterans Health AdministrationHot Springs, SD · full time · Management
$116,384 – $151,301
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role oversees engineering operations and maintenance at a VA Medical Center, acting as deputy to the Chief Engineer and managing programs including facility maintenance, utilities, safety, and construction projects. It suits experienced engineering professionals with healthcare facility knowledge who can lead teams and advise senior leadership on complex technical and operational decisions.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Structural Engineering
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture from ABET-accredited program
- One year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-12)
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status
- Knowledge of healthcare facility engineering principles and practices
- Experience managing healthcare system resources and capital projects
- Ability to manage interpersonal relationships with diverse stakeholders
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer or Architect licensure
- Fundamentals of Engineering Examination passing score