Mechanical Engineer 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cumberland County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 to support the planning, design, and review of mechanical engineering projects serving correctional facilities statewide. The role involves designing, evaluating, and guiding infrastructure projects to maintain safe, energy-efficient, and secure institutional operations, and addressing operational challenges while modernizing critical mechanical systems.

The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a regular schedule of 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. After an initial six-month training period, part-time telework of up to three days per week may be available. Telework requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved work location in Pennsylvania. During training, employees must report to the office at 1920 Technology Parkway in Mechanicsburg; employees who cannot telework may report to the Mechanicsburg headquarters. Telework arrangements may change. Statewide travel is required, including occasional overnight stays. Basic training in Elizabethtown, PA, is required. Interviews are in person at the Mechanicsburg office.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following experience and training paths: 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 involving work on a structural mechanical system and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; or two years of such professional experience 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, PA.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and design data in accordance with codes and engineering standards.
• Develop cost estimates during project planning to support budgeting and bidding.
• Assist inspection staff by resolving issues identified during construction at institutions.
• Evaluate contractor submittals and recommend actions or alternatives as needed.
• Create engineering documents and drawings using computer-based design tools.
• Provide timely project updates to supervisors and other departments.

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