Electrical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cumberland County, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer 2 role with the Department of Corrections (DOC) allows you to make a meaningful impact on essential infrastructure. This role lets you apply your electrical engineering skills to real-world challenges that strengthen institution performance. You will work with dedicated colleagues who appreciate collaboration and clear problem solving. This position provides an exciting chance to grow while contributing to an important mission. The Electrical Engineer 2 supports a wide range of engineering needs that help correctional institutions operate effectively. This position applies professional engineering principles to design systems, review project materials, and assist in resolving electrical issues.

Requirements

• 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 which required work on any structural electrical system; and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; or Two years of professional electrical engineering experience which required work on any 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.
• Must be in possession of a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of design data, specifications, and drawings for construction projects in alignment with codes and engineering practices
• Conduct project site surveys, gather details, and prepare reports with observations and cost estimates
• Collaborate with staff, design professionals, and code officials across multiple disciplines
• Review drawings, specifications, reports, and submittments and submit recommendations for approval
• Support the development of solutions for electrical issues involving design, construction, maintenance, or operations
• Participate in inspections that evaluate system performance, project compliance, and construction progress

Benefits

• Telework may be an option up to three days per week after an initial 6-month training period, provided a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location within Pennsylvania are available.

What This Job Offers

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