Electrical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Multi-County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer 2 performs electrical engineering work supporting construction, maintenance, and operations at correctional facilities statewide. The position helps ensure electrical systems meet safety, code, and performance standards and contributes to facility security and operational reliability.

The role prepares electrical design data, specifications, and drawings; conducts site surveys and gathers technical information; prepares reports with observations and recommendations; coordinates with staff, design professionals, and officials; reviews drawings, reports, cost estimates, and submittals; investigates electrical issues and recommends solutions; and supports inspections for code compliance, contract adherence, and project acceptability.

This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, with a schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and a 30-minute lunch. The position is based at 1920 Technology Parkway in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, although other statewide worksites may be considered based on availability near the selected candidate. Part-time telework of up to three days per week may be available after the initial six-month training period, subject to requirements and change. Travel is required, and basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following experience and training options: 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 involving work on a structural electrical system and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; or two years of professional electrical engineering experience involving work on a 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.
• Possess a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical design data, specifications, and drawings for construction projects.
• Conduct site 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 recommend solutions for system failures or deficiencies.
• Inspect sites to determine code compliance, contract adherence, and project acceptability.

Benefits

• Employees with the required certification or license may be eligible for a lump sum payment at hire and each time the certification or license is renewed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level