Environmental Engineer Trainee — Field Training & Telework

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Meadville (Crawford County); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee in Meadville to learn engineering reviews, inspections, and consultations supporting Safe Drinking Water and Water Allocation programs in the Northwest Region.

This one-year training combines field work with classroom-style learning; telework may be available part-time; travel required; starting salary is $67,658.00 per year with potential for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• 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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Field Inspections: Inspect new or modified public water supplies to review construction, design, and compliance
• Permit Reviews: Evaluate construction permits, engineering plans, and specifications for public water systems
• Technical Assistance: Provide engineering guidance during field visits and help resolve operations issues
• Compliance Support: Review documents, issue field orders, and participate in enforcement actions when needed
• Water System Guidance: Assist communities with water system improvements, funding needs, and technical questions
• Program Coordination: Participate in meetings, trainings, and collaborative work that supports statewide drinking water programs

Skills

Engineering experience

Engineering Intern certificate

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Engineering Intern certificate

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee in Meadville to learn engineering reviews, inspections, and consultations supporting Safe Drinking Water and Water Allocation programs in the Northwest Region.

This one-year training combines field work with classroom-style learning; telework may be available part-time; travel required; starting salary is $67,658.00 per year with potential for growth and advancement.