Mechanical Engineer Consultant

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer Consultant to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will tackle advanced mechanical engineering challenges while supporting statewide corrections institutions. You will be responsible for developing innovative solutions to complex operational and design issues, coordinating construction projects, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the corrections sector while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a vital mission, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Two years as a Mechanical Engineer 2 or equivalent experience.
• Four years of professional mechanical engineering experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to operation, maintenance, design, or construction problems.
• Serve as project coordinator on construction projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Professional Engineer License

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2025-19871-13530. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 4, 2025 TO MARCH 18, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

A new and exciting career awaits you! The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer Consultant to join our team of professionals. We are looking for a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, leadership skills, organizational skills, as well as having a strong interest in engineering work.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

As a Mechanical Engineer Consultant, you will perform a wide variety of advanced mechanical engineering duties in support of statewide corrections institutions. Some key responsibilities of the position include developing solutions to operation, maintenance, design, or construction problems, which require advanced or innovative mechanical engineering principles and methods. In this role, you are a mechanical engineering expert, and serve as project coordinator on construction projects contracted to retained professional, licensed engineers; or designed in-house.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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. 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.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• Two years as a Mechanical Engineer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of professional mechanical engineering experience which required work on any structural mechanical system.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

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.

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.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

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.