The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.This position provides mechanical engineering services to the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) of the Department of Military Affairs.
Responsibilities include: Project management providing mechanical design services assessing developing mechanical plumbing and electrical technologies lead and oversee the selection and installation of appropriate energyefficient systems and technologies for Montana Army National Guard facilities including all utilities and firing range facilities statewide. Works with architects and engineers to develop high quality construction documents for new facilities as well as maintenance and remodel projects. Provides professional engineering advice to command and administrators in order to identify and prioritize facility needs based upon safe operations and Department of Defense priorities; providing sound engineering guidance regarding building systems at DMA locations across the state.
Managing projects that adhere to CFMO design and construction standards and collaboration with other departments within CFMO including operations and maintenance staff.
This position reports to the Design and Project Management Bureau Chief and supervises the work of professional contractors involved in design construction and professions connected to building projects.
Must have demonstrated ability to work and engage in diverse working environments.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Montana:
- Public Employee Retirement plan.
- Insurance benefits including healthcare dental and vision.
- Worklife balance.
- Compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek.
- Paid vacation and sick leave as well as 10 annual paid holidays.
- Potential for hybrid remote work.
This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will take place on April 4th 2025.
To apply: Submit with your online state application a cover letter and resume. Be sure to mark cover letter and resume as relevant.
Be sure your state application is complete and do not refer to your resume on your application. Mark your attachments as relevant.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited Engineering program that includes coursework in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology or a closely related field and three years of experience in project management mechanical engineering related to building systems and;
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana.
The Department of Military Affairs may consider a training assignment for individuals who do not meet all listed qualifications.
Must have demonstrated the ability to work with and engage in diverse working environments within and outside of the Department of Military Affairs.
Individuals with a valid PE registration in another State that is eligible to obtain Montana PE registration through comity within 6 months of hire may be considered.
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