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Victaulic

TEMPORARY Controls Engineer

Easton, PA · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Engineering Lab Technical Lead - Automation Scope : Working in an Engineering Research and ... The new Federal rules pertaining to electronic discovery stipulate that substantive email ...

Victaulic

TEMPORARY Controls Engineer

Easton, PA · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Engineering Lab Technical Lead - Automation Scope : Working in an Engineering Research and ... The new Federal rules pertaining to electronic discovery stipulate that substantive email ...

HME

Test Engineer III, Temporary, 5 months

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$94K - $126K/yr

Strong understanding of basic Engineering Computer Software. * Comprehensive knowledge of test ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary federal engineering in the United States is $20.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Federal Engineering vs Temporary Civil Engineering?

AspectTemporary Federal EngineeringTemporary Civil Engineering
CertificationsPE license, security clearancePE license, project management certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, federal projectsConstruction sites, infrastructure projects
Employer & IndustryFederal government, defense, transportationPrivate firms, construction, consulting

Temporary Federal Engineering focuses on government projects requiring security clearances and federal agency standards, while Temporary Civil Engineering typically involves private sector infrastructure and construction projects. Both roles require engineering credentials but differ mainly in work environment and employer type.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Federal Engineering job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,187 per year, or $20.8 per hour.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL)

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL)

US Department of the Navy

Portsmouth, VA

$90K/yr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 378 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 46 rated military and defense

Job description

You will serve as a ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL) in the Temporary Services /Steam Plant Cleanliness Branch (Code 269), Fluid/Mechanical Engineering and Planning Division (Code 260), Office of Chief Engineer (Code 240), Engineering and Planning Department (Code 200) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.Qualifications:Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Designing, specifying, and installing temporary service systems (including high-pressure air, breathing air, temporary cooling water manifolds, and steam lines) to support nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers during shipyard availabilities and drydock periods.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical and utility system failures on the waterfront, evaluating operational data to recommend and implement engineering solutions that comply with NAVSEA and SUBSAFE safety parameters.
  • Coordinating cross-functionally with production shops (such as Shipfitters, Pipefitters, and Machinists) and related engineering disciplines (structural and electrical) to integrate temporary ship-to-shore utility hookups safely and efficiently.
  • Researching and procuring specialized mechanical components and Level I/SUBSAFE materials utilizing DoD material databases (such as MAT, OneTouch, and WebFLIS), ensuring strict compliance with military ordering codes and quality assurance requirements.
  • Evaluating and applying the latest technological developments, testing methods, and engineering precedents to modernize waterfront utility distribution, mitigate operational risks, and reduce cost and lead times.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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