Civil Engineer Trainee

About the Role

The Civil Engineer Trainee role with the Department of Environmental Protection offers an opportunity to support the protection of Pennsylvania's natural resources by applying engineering skills to projects that help keep waterways and landscapes safe. You will grow your technical abilities while working with experts across the agency.

Description of Work

This position supports the Department of Environmental Protection by performing engineering reviews and fieldwork related to multiple environmental protection laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate applications for oil and gas related activities to ensure compliance with environmental laws (Permit Reviews).
• Analyze hydraulic and hydrologic designs for structures and erosion control plans (Engineering Analysis).
• Inspect dams, impoundments, and related construction sites and prepare written reports (Field Inspections).
• Provide interpretations of rules and regulations to applicants and consultants (Technical Guidance).
• Enter required information into electronic systems and prepare record of decision documents (Data Management).
• Coordinate project reviews with federal and state agencies and meet with applicants to resolve issues (Collaboration).

The incumbent will participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to learn the duties of a Civil Engineer (General).

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: Opportunity for part-time telework (up to 3 days per week) is available, requiring a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location within Pennsylvania. Alternatively, you may report to the headquarters office in Meadville, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change.
• Salary: Most new Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees will start at $67,658.00 annually.

Requirements & Tech Stack

No specific tech stack is mentioned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of civil engineering experience and a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field that includes or is supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering.
• Applicants within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree will be considered to have met the educational requirements.

Conditions of Employment:

• Possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Application Requirements

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Eligibility must be demonstrated on the application.
• If claiming education, attach a copy of college transcripts (unofficial accepted).
• Applications must be submitted by the posting closing date.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience and qualifications. Generative AI tools may be used for preparation only.

Veteran's Preference

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

Accommodations

• If contacted for an interview and accommodations are needed due to a disability, please discuss with the interviewer in advance.