Environmental Engineering Trainee

About the Role

This position assists with reviewing public water system applications to ensure proper planning, design, and operation in alignment with Safe Drinking Water regulations. It provides training and technical experience in engineering analysis, regulatory review, and environmental protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Permit Review: Evaluate public water system applications, engineering reports, and design documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Technical Evaluation: Assess treatment processes, system components, and engineering standards for new or modified facilities.
• Letter Preparation: Prepare technical letters, deficiency notices, and review summaries referencing applicable regulations.
• Inspection Participation: Assist with field inspections to verify construction, system performance, and permit compliance.
• Technical Guidance: Provide consultation to staff, operators, and consultants on water system requirements and treatment techniques.
• Program Coordination: Support coordination with other agencies and DEP programs to ensure complete and accurate permit reviews.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Infrequent travel within Pennsylvania, most often not requiring overnight stay.
• Telework: Opportunity to work from home part-time, up to 3 days per week. Requires a securely configured high-speed internet connection and an approved location within Pennsylvania. Option to report to the headquarters office in Norristown if unable to telework. Telework ability is subject to change.
• Salary: Selected candidates new to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employment will start at an annual salary of $67,658.00.
• Communication regarding this position will be via email.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
• One year of engineering experience and possession of an active Engineering Intern certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

How to Apply

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Information to support eligibility must be provided on the application.
• If claiming education, attach a copy of college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Applications must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with application requirements may lead to disqualification.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience and qualifications. Generative AI tools may be used for preparation purposes only; misrepresentation or falsification is not permitted.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (for individuals with hearing and speech disabilities or others).
• If accommodations are needed due to a disability, discuss with the interviewer in advance.

Examination Information

• Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as the exam.
• Scores are based on detailed information provided in the application.
• Scores are valid for this specific posting only.
• Provide complete and accurate information to avoid a lower score or disqualification.
• You may apply/test only once for this posting.
• Results will be provided via email.