Mechanical Engineer Consultant

THE POSITION

Build a meaningful career as a Mechanical Engineer Consultant with the Department of Corrections. In this role, you guide complex mechanical design and inspection work that supports safe and efficient institutions statewide. Your technical skills help ensure that facilities operate smoothly.

Be a part of a mission that strengthens essential infrastructure!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on designing, reviewing, and improving mechanical systems for correctional facilities across the state. As a Mechanical Engineer Consultant, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Design: Create mechanical designs, specifications, and computer-aided design drawings that follow codes and engineering standards
• Site Surveys: Assess construction sites, document existing conditions, and develop recommendations and cost estimates
• Plan Review: Evaluate and approve drawings, reports, and cost estimates submitted by design professionals
• Construction Guidance: Assist with technical decisions, review field changes, and interpret contract requirements
• Mechanical Solutions: Develop responses to design, construction, or maintenance issues using advanced engineering principles
• Inspection Duties: Examine project sites to verify compliance with design standards and determine 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.
• Travel is required.
• 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.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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:

• 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.

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.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.\*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.\*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.