State of Montana

Professional Engineer - (25140711) 

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 energy-efficient 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.
• Work-life 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 on-line 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:

• Bachelor's 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.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. 

Salary: $

97,975.65 - 97,975.65 Yearly 

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan 

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time 

Job Type

: Standard 

Shift

: Day Job 

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time 

Primary Location

: Helena 

Agency: Department of Military Affairs Union: 000 - None 

Posting Date

: Mar 21, 2025, 4:25:35 PM 

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

: Ongoing 

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume 

Contact Name: Damien Maricich | Contact Email: damien.maricich@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-324-4762 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 agency's 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.

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