Mechanical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Mechanical Engineer 2 to design and review mechanical systems for secure facilities. You will prepare drawings, specs, and calculations for construction and renovation, and support projects through budgeting and field coordination.

This full-time role requires a Pennsylvania PE or Engineer-in-Training, plus relevant experience with structural mechanical systems. Telework options may be available after training; in-person interviews and statewide travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Two years of professional mechanical engineering experience with structural mechanical systems is required.
• Engineer-in-Training certificate or PE license issued by PA Board is required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations for construction and renovation.
• Develop cost estimates to support planning and bidding.
• Assist field inspection personnel by resolving technical issues.
• Review contractor data such as shop drawings and test reports.
• Investigate mechanical system concerns through inspections and problem-solving.
• Coordinate with other agencies during studies and surveys.

Skills

Two years of experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate or PE license

Job description

THE POSITION

Do you want to take your engineering career to the next tier while delivering lasting value to the Commonwealth? The Mechanical Engineer 2 with the Department of Corrections offers a chance to apply your technical skills to meaningful and complex projects. This position allows you to design and review important mechanical systems that support safe and secure facilities. It provides an exciting opportunity to solve challenges, work with detailed plans, and contribute to long-term improvements. Join the Department of Corrections and help ensure that engineering excellence supports critical operations across the state!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports facility projects by preparing and reviewing mechanical designs, specifications, and construction documents. It requires careful planning, detailed analysis, and collaboration with staff to ensure systems meet standards and operate efficiently. As a Mechanical Engineer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Design: Prepare mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations for construction and renovation work
• Budget Preparation: Develop cost estimates through different project phases to support planning and bidding
• Construction Support: Assist field inspection personnel by resolving technical issues at institutions
• Submittal Review: Evaluate contractor data such as shop drawings and test reports and recommend appropriate actions
• System Analysis: Investigate and address mechanical system concerns through inspections and problem-solving
• Coordination Efforts: Collaborate with other agencies during studies and surveys to assess departmental needs

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. During the training period, you must report in person to 1920 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, PA. 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 the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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

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