Mechanical Engineer Consultant

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cumberland County, PA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides advanced mechanical engineering guidance through design preparation, project review, and technical consultation for statewide correctional facilities. It requires professional engineering judgment to evaluate systems, recommend solutions, and ensure compliance with standards. As a Mechanical Engineer Consultant, you will perform the following duties: Design Development: Create detailed mechanical specifications, design data, and CAD drawings for construction projects. Site Evaluation: Conduct field surveys, gather relevant information, and prepare reports with observations and cost recommendations. Interdisciplinary Coordination: Work with internal staff, external professionals, and code officials during project planning and development. Technical Review: Assess mechanical drawings, estimates, and design reports and approve or recommend revisions. Construction Oversight: Inspect project sites to verify compliance with design standards and resolve mechanical concerns. Problem Resolution: Develop solutions for operational, maintenance, or design issues using advanced engineering principles.

Requirements

• Two years as a Mechanical Engineer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Four years of professional mechanical engineering experience which required work on any structural mechanical system
• Possession of a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA
• Ability to perform essential job functions
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Create detailed mechanical specifications, design data, and CAD drawings for construction projects
• Conduct field surveys, gather relevant information, and prepare reports with observations and cost recommendations
• Work with internal staff, external professionals, and code officials during project planning and development
• Assess mechanical drawings, estimates, and design reports and approve or recommend revisions
• Inspect project sites to verify compliance with design standards and resolve mechanical concerns
• Develop solutions for operational, maintenance, or design issues using advanced engineering principles

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed