Electrical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 81.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Electrical Engineer 2 to contribute to statewide construction and maintenance projects through design, assessment, and coordination with design professionals and officials. The role emphasizes resolving complex electrical issues and sustaining infrastructure critical to public safety.

Required PE license in PA, Engineer-in-Training or equivalent, and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

Formación

• Minimum of 2 years of professional electrical engineering experience on structural electrical systems.
• Special requirements include PE license and valid PA driver's license.
• Residency and CJIS requirements apply per state policies.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare electrical design data, specifications, and drawings for construction projects.
• Conduct surveys, gather technical data, and prepare reports with observations and recommendations.
• Coordinate with staff, design professionals, and officials to align plans across project phases.
• Evaluate drawings, reports, cost estimates, and submittals and provide recommendations.
• Investigate electrical issues and propose solutions for system failures or deficiencies.
• Inspect sites to determine code compliance, contract adherence, and project acceptability.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate (PA)**

Professional Engineer license (PA)

Descripción del empleo

• Salary
• $80,646.00 - $104,959.00 Annually
• Location
• Multi-County, PA
• Job Type
• Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
• Job Number
• CS-2026-61047-13420
• Department
• Department of Corrections
• Division
• CR Bur Op
• Opening Date
• 10/21/2026
• Closing Date
• 11/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
• Job Code
• 13420
• Position Number
• 00119528
• Union
• AFSCME
• Bargaining Unit
• B4
• Pay Group
• ST08
• Bureau / Division Code
• 00110240
• Bureau / Division
• Bureau of Operations
• Worksite Address
• Please see Description of Work section.
• Contact Name
• Heather Shenenberger
• Contact Email
• [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Advance your engineering career with the Department of Corrections. As an Electrical Engineer 2, you will contribute to essential construction and facility maintenance projects statewide. This position offers the opportunity to resolve complex technical issues and sustain long-term infrastructure. Your expertise will drive key decisions that bolster facility security and day-to-day operational reliability. Take the next step in a rewarding career that values your technical insight and supports public safety.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• Design Preparation: Prepare electrical design data, specifications, and drawings for construction projects
• Site Assessment: Conduct surveys, gather technical data, and prepare reports with observations and recommendations
• Project Coordination: Work with staff, design professionals, and officials to align plans across project phases
• Technical Review: Evaluate drawings, reports, cost estimates, and submittals and provide recommendations
• Problem Resolution: Investigate electrical issues and recommend solutions for system failures or deficiencies
• Inspection Support: Inspect sites to determine code compliance, contract adherence, and project acceptability

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work Location: This position is based out of 1920 Technology Parkway in Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. However, alternative worksite locations across the state may be considered as available near the selected candidate.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week after the initial 6-month training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to your assigned headquarters office. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Travel is required.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Employees with the required certification or license may be eligible to receive a lump sum payment at the time of hire and each time the certification or license is renewed.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Electrical Engineer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional electrical engineering experience which required work on any structural electrical system; and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; or
• Two years of professional electrical engineering experience which required work on any structural electrical system, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• You must be in possession of a valid driver's license.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.