Mine Safety Electrical Engineer Manager
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Mine Safety Electrical Engineer Manager
Salary
$90,211.00 - $134,162.00 Annually
Location
Westmoreland County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CSSC-2026-43283-13675
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP BMS Bitmns Electl Sf Div
Opening Date
03/09/2026
Closing Date
3/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
13675
Position Number
00029732
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST10
Bureau / Division Code
00355840
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Mine Safety, Bituminous Electrical Safety Division
Worksite Address
131 Broadview Drive
City
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15672
Contact Name
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
Description
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THE POSITION
If you are an ambitious leader passionate about protecting Pennsylvania's environment, the Department of Environmental Protection presents a remarkable opportunity for you. We are in search of a Mine Safety Electrical Engineer Manager to join our dedicated team in Westmoreland County. This essential position focuses on ensuring the safety and regulatory compliance of mining operations, allowing you to make a meaningful contribution to the state's environmental policies. By joining us, you will be instrumental in enforcing safety standards and electrical engineering practices that safeguard both workers and the natural world. We encourage you to bring your expertise and commitment to environmental stewardship to our organization, helping to forge a sustainable future for Pennsylvania.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to Commonwealth regulations related to the installation and operation of electrical equipment in and around underground bituminous coal mines. Your duties will include reviewing and approving all electrical applications for various equipment utilized in Pennsylvania coal mines, such as substations, mine ventilation fans, elevators, slope hoists, switchhouses, power centers, distribution boxes, personnel carriers, pumps, conveyor belt systems, continuous miners, shuttle cars, scoops, longwall mining systems, and communication and tracking systems, among others.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00029732) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 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. 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 New Stanton. 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:
Three years as an Electrical Engineer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
One year as an Electrical Engineer Consultant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
Six years of professional electrical engineering experience
Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle license.
This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
Other Requirements:
This particular position requires candidate to possess one year of professional experience in the design, installation, or maintenance of underground electrically powered mining machinery, mine power distribution, or any mining electrical equipment.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
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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Select Certification- Do you possess one year of professional experience in the design, installation, or maintenance of underground electrically powered mining machinery, mine power distribution, or any mining electrical equipment?
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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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CS-INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE/DOUBLE FER, CERTIFICATION, ETC. You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. 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 question(s). 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 question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
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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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 and expiration date. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
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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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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date. If you asnwered "No", please @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 2 for three or more years full-time?
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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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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Electrical Engineer Consultant one or more years full-time?
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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 six or more years of professional electrical engineering experience?
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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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Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
