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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Office of Physical Plant (OPP) Design and Engineering Services (DES) is seeking applicants for an Electrical Engineering Group Supervisor.
Design and Engineering Services (DES) provides architectural and engineering design services for construction projects and engineering operational support across all Penn State campuses. Design projects primarily involve renovations of Penn State’s buildings, facilities, and infrastructure. Project sizes and scopes vary from small office renovations to whole building renovations, as well as major infrastructure and plant upgrades.
This Design Engineer Senior Supervisor position
Supervises the 3 to 5-person Electrical Engineering group within Design and Engineering Services
Guides to building-level electrical engineering design efforts
Promotes long-term reliability, performance, energy efficiency, and safety in facility electrical systems
Provides operational support to Penn State utilities on electrical power and electrical engineering-related issues
Guides, reviews, and coordinates on electrical engineering designs provided by outside consultants
The position’s duties are distributed between staff supervision, electrical engineering design, and general electrical engineering support for campus and utilities operations. The percentage of time spent between these activities varies depending on organizational needs.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
Supervise, mentor, and develop the 3 to 5-person DES electrical engineering group.
Serve as the Design Leader or lead electrical engineer on facilities electrical engineering, or multi-disciplinary projects designed by DES. Manage budgets and schedules for the delivery of these services and provide excellent customer service.
Provide electrical engineering support to Penn State Utilities personnel, trade supervisors, crews, Project Managers, Design Professionals, Planner Estimators, and Facility Coordinators at University Park and Commonwealth campus locations.
Review and update design and construction standards and specifications for the University’s electrical systems.
Prepare technical, fee, and schedule proposals for engineering services to be provided to internal customers.
Provide designer-based construction administration services on projects that have been designed.
Preferred Qualifications:
Expert familiarity with the design and operations of building and other facilities' electrical systems is required.
Candidate must be able to work exceptionally well within a team, supervise, take direction, and lead projects and people.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
If filled as Design Engineer - Senior Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer - Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists If filled as Design Engineer - Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: Licensed Professional Engineer - Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $81,312.00 - $137,280.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Relevant experience (3+ years for Supervisor or 6+ years for Senior Supervisor)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (Pennsylvania State Registration Board)
- Expert familiarity with design and operations of building and facilities electrical systems
- Ability to supervise, mentor, lead projects and work well within a team
- Valid driver's license and successful motor vehicle records check (operate a motor vehicle as part of job duties)
- Successful completion of background check(s)
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Retirement Support — Employer contributions to SERS and the TIAA Alternate Plan are described as significant, with supplemental retirement options available. Feedback suggests these choices and contributions create strong long‑term value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time employees accrue over 24 sick and vacation days annually, with additional university holidays and a winter break. Feedback suggests this depth of leave supports work–life balance.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — A 75% tuition discount extends to employees, spouses, and dependent children up to age 26 across resident instruction, World Campus, and Penn College courses. Feedback suggests this broad eligibility meaningfully enhances total rewards, especially for families.
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