Civil Engineer (General) - Southeast Region

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Civil Engineer General for the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement’s Pipeline Safety Division in the southeastern region. The role focuses on inspecting and reviewing pipeline safety plans and operations to ensure regulatory compliance, with supervision from senior engineering staff.

Candidates must meet civil engineering experience requirements and obtain PHMSA training upon hire, with residency in SE PA counties or willingness to relocate within

Qualifications

• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.
• PA residency requirement and relocation within six months to the Southeast Region (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Philadelphia).
• Enrollment and completion of designated PHMSA Training and Qualifications courses will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, procedures, and engineering operations to assess compliance with required standards.
• Conduct safety inspections and investigations to verify pipeline safety regulations compliance.
• Assist with incidents investigations and coordinate with outside agencies as needed.
• Prepare inspection reports, investigative findings, and summaries for use in legal or administrative processes.
• Maintain field readiness and complete required federal training programs.

Job description

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement's Pipeline Safety Division as a Civil Engineer General (CEG). This role is home headquartered and based in the southeastern Pennsylvania region, consisting of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties, and offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for advancement.

As a CEG, you will work collaboratively under the guidance of senior engineering staff and supervisors. Your responsibilities will include reviewing, reporting, and inspecting operational compliance related to plans, procedures, and engineering operations of public utilities and pipeline operators. Become part of a dedicated and valued team committed to public safety and regulatory excellence. This is your chance to build a meaningful career in a dynamic and impactful field.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Civil Engineer General serves within the engineering staff of the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement, performing a range of pipeline safety engineering assignments. These tasks require the interpretation and application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and guidelines, along with sound engineering judgment to assess regulatory compliance. As a Civil Engineer General, responsibilities include:

• Safety Inspections: Conduct basic inspections and investigations to verify compliance with pipeline safety regulations
• Incident Response: Assist with investigations of reportable and non-reportable incidents and coordinate with outside agencies
• Regulation Enforcement: Support enforcement of Public Utility Commission laws and federal safety rules for pipeline operators
• Technical Review: Review plans, procedures, and engineering operations to assess compliance with required standards
• Report Preparation: Prepare inspection reports, investigative findings, and summaries for legal or administrative use
• Field Readiness: Maintain assigned vehicle, safety clothing, and complete required federal training programs

Please be advised, this home headquartered position requires residency within one of the following southeastern Pennsylvania counties, or the selected candidate must relocate within six months of employment: Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Philadelphia and Montgomery Counties only.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• This position requires moderate travel (including overnight). A state vehicle and all personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Special Requirement

• This position requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.

Other Requirements

• You must live or be willing to move to and must travel within the geographic area of the Southeast Region that includes Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties.
• Enrollment and completion of designated Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) Training and Qualifications (T&Q) courses in Oklahoma City, OK will be required upon hire.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.