Electrical Engineer 2
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Electrical Engineer 2
Salary
$75,658.00 - $102,905.00 Annually
Location
Cumberland County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-43551-13420
Department
Department of Corrections
Division
CR Bur Op
Opening Date
03/03/2026
Closing Date
3/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
13420
Position Number
00119528
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00110240
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Operations
Worksite Address
1920 Technology Parkway
City
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17050
Contact Name
Heather Shenenberger
Contact Email
hshenenber@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Are you looking for a fulfilling career where your expertise directly supports a greater mission? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking an innovative, results-driven Electrical Engineer 2 to join our dedicated Bureau of Operations team. In this impactful role, you will apply advanced electrical engineering principles to support DOC facilities and operations, helping ensure safe, reliable, and efficient institutional environments. If you are ready to grow professionally, apply your technical knowledge in a mission-focused setting, and make a lasting difference, we encourage you to join us and become an integral part of this important work.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will develop comprehensive design documents, including data, specifications, and drawings for construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and established engineering standards. Your work will support both in-house construction initiatives and projects prepared for competitive bidding and contractor awards. You will perform site surveys, gather and analyze relevant data to resolve electrical system and engineering problems, and prepare detailed reports outlining existing conditions, recommended solutions, and preliminary cost estimates. Responsibilities include coordinating design activities with bureau employees, institutional staff, contracted design professionals, code officials, and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will review plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and cost and budget estimates prepared by retained design professionals, offering recommendations as needed. You will also provide guidance and training to maintenance staff on the troubleshooting, repair, and installation of modern electrical systems and equipment.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week after the initial 6-month training period . In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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 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:or
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.
Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of a Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
This position requires the possession of a valid driver's license.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may 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 about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number, issuing state, and expiration date. If you answered no, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
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No
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If yes, please provide the license number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered No, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Electrical Engineer 1 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional electrical engineering experience which required work on any structural electrical system?
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No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?
Yes
No
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If you responded "Yes" to the above question, please list your certification number and expiration. If you claimed you do not have the certification, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree in electrical engineering? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - SYSTEMS DESIGNPrepare or review design plans, drawings, and specifications for the installation, repair, or renovation of building, structural, highway, or mining electrical systems and equipment. This includes computing electrical loads and capacities and keeping the project within cost estimates and timeframes for completion. Work requires knowledge of engineering standards, design criteria, safety laws and codes, and other applicable rules and regulations.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" box which best reflects your experience or education.
A. I have professional experience INDEPENDENTLY performing this work behavior. I have assisted or instructed others in performing this work behavior.
B. I have professional experience performing this work behavior with MINIMAL supervision. Only when I encountered a new or unusual situation did I consult with my supervisor or more experienced staff.
C. I have professional experience performing this work behavior under CLOSE SUPERVISION or with assistance from more experienced staff. This was entry-level professional experience.
D. I have successfully completed graduate-level coursework or research related to electrical engineering design plans, drawings, or specifications but have had little opportunity to perform professional level work of this @type outside the academic environment.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below. 1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. 2. The electrical engineering design plans, drawings, and specifications you have prepared or reviewed. Your description must include specific work duties or issues that you had to address during the preparation or review of the design plans, drawings, and specifications. 3. Your level of responsibility (independently, under minimal supervision, under close supervision).
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - FIELD SURVEYSConduct field surveys or investigations related to problems with building, structural, highway, or mining electrical systems and equipment on an assigned project. Duties include gathering information through interviews; visually observing site conditions; preparing sketches; taking photos, notes, and measurements; studying existing maps, drawings, and related materials; developing and performing equipment test plans; and synthesizing facts into a final report.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" box which reflects your experience or education.
A. I have professional experience INDEPENDENTLY performing this work behavior. I have assisted or instructed others in performing this work behavior.
B. I have professional experience performing this work behavior with MINIIMAL supervision. Only when I encountered a new or unusual situation did I consult with my supervisor or more experienced staff.
C. I have professional experience performing this work behavior under CLOSE SUPERVISION or with assistance from more experienced staff. This was entry-level professional experience.
D. I have successfully completed graduate-level coursework or research related to field surveys or investigations but have had little opportunity to perform professional level work of this @type outside the academic environment.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below. 1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. 2. The field surveys or investigations you have completed and what electrical engineering problem(s) needed to be addressed during the surveys or investigations. Your description must include what specific work duties you performed to identify the problem(s). 3. Your level of responsibility (independently, under minimal supervision, under close supervision).
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - PROBLEM SOLVINGResolve problems relating to building, structural, highway, or mining electrical systems and equipment. Duties include evaluating the existing situation; consulting with a variety of federal, state, or local government officials and project representatives (engineers, architects, contractors) on the advantages and disadvantages of alternative solutions; if necessary, gathering information from the general public; developing a solution; and monitoring the situation for further developments.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" box which reflects your experience or education.
A. I have professional experience INDEPENDENTLY performing this work behavior. I have assisted or instructed others in performing this work behavior.
B. I have professional experience performing this work behavior with MINIMAL supervision. Only when I encountered a new or unusual situation did I consult with my supervisor or more experienced staff.
C. I have professional experience performing this work behavior under CLOSE SUPERVISION or with assistance from more experienced staff. This was entry-level professional experience.
D. I have successfully completed graduate-level coursework or research related to resolving or identifying alternative solutions to electrical engineering problems but have had little opportunity to perform professional level work of this @type outside the academic environment.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below. 1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. 2. The electrical engineering problems you have resolved and the complexity of the problems(s). Your description must include the personnel involved in resolving the problem(s) and what specific work duties you performed to resolve the problem(s). 3. Your level of responsibility (independently, under minimal supervision, under close supervision).
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - EVALUATING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGYEvaluate and assess the impact of new or revised electrical engineering technology, standards, codes, and regulations as they relate to existing or proposed building, structural, highway, or mining electrical systems and equipment. Duties include reviewing complex electrical engineering system designs for approval; interpreting and analyzing technical engineering material and evaluating its impact; negotiating with other agency or federal officials in cases of dispute; identifying programs or projects that will be affected; analyzing life cycle, cost, and benefit features; and preparing required documentation.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" button which best reflects your experience or education.
A. I have professional experience INDEPENDENTLY performing this work behavior. I have assisted or instructed others in performing this work behavior.
B. I have professional experience performing this work behavior with MINIMAL supervision. Only when I encountered a new or unusual situation did I consult with my supervisor or more experienced staff.
C. I have professional experience performing this work behavior under CLOSE SUPERVISION or with assistance from more experienced staff. This was entry-level professional experience.
D. I have successfully completed graduate-level coursework or research related to evaluating electrical engineering technology, standards, codes, or regulations but have had little opportunity to perform professional level work of this @type outside the academic environment.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below. 1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. 2. The electrical engineering technology, standards, codes, and regulations that you've evaluated and assessed for impact on existing or proposed electrical systems and equipment. Your description must include what specific work duties you performed to assess the impact, the complexity of the impact and your recommendations, and what was the outcome of the impact and your recommendations. 3. Your level of responsibility (independently, under minimal supervision, under close supervision).
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
