Civil Engineer Trainee (Multiple Vacancies)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Gaysport (PA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s PennDOT is seeking a Civil Engineer Trainee in Hollidaysburg, PA to begin an on‑the‑job training path designed to rotate through design, construction and maintenance. You will gain hands‑on experience across districts and field offices while building core engineering skills.

This full‑time trainee position starts with structured training phases, reviews plans, conducts field inspections and develops technical reports to support transportation projects.

Qualifications

• One year civil engineering experience or EIT certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Within nine months of graduating qualifies.

Responsibilities

• Training participation: rotate through district and field offices.
• Engineering tasks: assist with studies, inspections, and design work.
• Project support: review plans and prepare recommendations.
• Safety inspections: participate in bridge and project inspections.
• Technical development: prepare reports and presentations.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate

Job description

Salary: $67,658.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

Location: Blair County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-60035-11119

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: TR Dstr Off 900

Opening Date: 10/07/2026

Closing Date: 10/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 11119

Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: B4

Pay Group: ST06

Bureau / Division Code: 080900

Bureau / Division: PennDOT Engineering District 9-0

Worksite Address: 1620 N. Juniata Street

City: Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 16648

Contact Name: Brenda Findley

Contact Phone: [phone]

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to use your engineering knowledge to help design the bridges and structures that keep Pennsylvania moving safely every day? As a Civil Engineer Trainee with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will participate in a hands-on, on-the-job training program to jumpstart your engineering career. This role helps you build real skills as you rotate through different areas such as design, construction and maintenance. You will gain experience that supports safe and reliable transportation across the state. Apply today to begin a rewarding position where learning and teamwork help you grow!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on learning engineering skills through structured rotations in design, construction and maintenance. It includes hands-on assignments, field reviews and training activities that prepare you for a full Civil Engineer role.

As a Civil Engineer Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Training Participation: Attend all assigned training phases and complete rotations in district and field offices
• Engineering Tasks: Assist with studies, field analyses, inspections and design work for transportation projects
• Project Support: Review plans, analyze conditions and help prepare engineering recommendations
• Safety Inspections: Take part in bridge and project inspections to understand safety requirements and field conditions
• Technical Development: Prepare reports and presentations to demonstrate progress and strengthen engineering skills

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Multiple positions available.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, based on project assignments. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Hollidaysburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,658.00 (before taxes).
• 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

• 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 will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within nine months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Conditions of Employment

• This position also requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.

Other Requirements

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.