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Reference #: 4458891 THE POSITION Are you looking for an Engineering career in a hot topic field?  Do you want to work to make Pennsylvania a safer place while in a challenging position and doing something different every day? Then the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission wants to talk to you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK The PAPUC (Electric Safety Division) is searching for engineers who will be trained in electric distribution safety. This field engineering position mainly focuses on electric distribution safety however, experience in other engineering fields can be beneficial. You will start your day from your home-headquarters and will be provided a vehicle, phone, and training. This challenging engineering position inspects electric distribution facilities throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Every day will be a new experience.

The Electric Safety Division inspects, audits and monitors electric distribution facilitates and activities in all 67 counties of Pennsylvania. Additionally, the Electric Safety Division responds to and investigates electric contact incidents and complaints. You will work as a team member. The position is part of an Investigation and Enforcement bureau of the PAPUC.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. THIS POSITION REQUIRES DAILY TRAVEL. 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: Successful completion of the training program for an Electrical Engineer Trainee; or One year 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 of professional electrical engineering experience which required work on any structural electrical system; and a Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering.

Additional Requirement: Candidates must reside in one or be willing to relocate to Alleghany, Armstrong, Butler, Cameron, Center, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrance, McKean, Mercer, Potter, Venango, or Warren County within 6 months of employment.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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). 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa. ov.

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.

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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

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.