THE POSITION

*NOTE:  THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2023-67376-13530.  IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM OCTOBER 26, 2023 TO NOVEMBER 9, 2023, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.* 

The Department of Corrections, Correctional Industries is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer Consultant to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, leadership skills, organizational skills, as well as having a strong interest in engineering work. 

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!    

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Mechanical Engineer Consultant, you will perform a wide variety of advanced mechanical engineering duties in support of statewide corrections institutions. Duties include developing solutions to operation, maintenance, design, or construction problems, which require advanced or innovative mechanical engineering principles and methods. You are a mechanical engineering expert, and serve as project coordinator on construction projects contracted to retained professional, licensed engineers; or designed in-house.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.     

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 30-minute lunch. 

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to three days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to an office. Location will be determined at a later date.

• Work Location: Work location will be determined based on the applicant's location and nearest available reporting location; this will be discussed during the interview process.

• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 

• 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; or
• Four years of professional mechanical engineering experience which required work on any structural mechanical system.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Possession of a Professional Engineer License issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial Driver's License.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.  

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will* not* be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

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``` - *Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. *

Veterans: 

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more a out employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.   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.