Mechanical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Good Hope (PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Travel opportunities

Certification lump sum

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 to design, evaluate, and guide infrastructure projects that ensure safe, energy‑efficient, and secure facilities across the state. You will prepare drawings, estimates, and review submittals, while coordinating with supervisors and other departments to keep projects on schedule.

Full‑time, 37.5 hours weekly with a 7:30 AM–3:30 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• One year as a Mechanical Engineer 1 (Commonwealth or equivalent Federal title).
• Two years of professional mechanical engineering exp. with a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering.
• Two years of professional mechanical engineering exp. with Engineer-in-Training cert.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and design data per codes and standards.
• Create cost estimates during project planning for budgeting and bidding processes.
• Assist inspection staff by resolving issues during construction at institutions.
• Evaluate contractor submittals and recommend actions or alternatives as needed.
• Create engineering documents and drawings with computer-based design tools.
• Share updates with supervisors and other departments to support progress.

Skills

Project design

Budget development

Construction support

Submittal review

Design software use

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate

Job description

Are you ready to apply your technical expertise to large-scale, complex engineering challenges? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 to design, evaluate, and guide infrastructure projects that maintain safe, energy-efficient, and secure institutional operations. Every project offers the opportunity to solve unique operational problems, modernize critical mechanical systems, and make a tangible, lasting impact across the state.

This position supports the planning, design, and review of mechanical engineering projects that serve correctional facilities statewide. As a Mechanical Engineer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Design:Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and design data in line with codes and engineering standards
• Budget Development:Create cost estimates during project planning to support budgeting and bidding processes
• Construction Support:Assist inspection staff by resolving issues found during construction at institutions
• Submittal Review:Evaluate contractor submittals and recommend actions or alternatives when needed
Design Software Use: Create engineering documents and drawings with computer-based design tools
Project Coordination: Share timely updates with supervisors and other departments to support effective project progress

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.
• 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. During the training period, you must report in-office to 1920 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Travel:Statewide travel is required, including occasional overnight stays.
• 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.
• Please be advised interviews will be conducted in person only. The interview location is 1920 Technology Parkway in Mechanicsburg, PA. No virtual or telephone interviews will be permitted. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Mechanical Engineer 1(Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional mechanical engineering experience which required work on any structural mechanical system, and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering;or
• Two years of professional mechanical engineering experience which required work on any structural mechanical 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:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review theGuidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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 towww.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.

• 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.