Environmental Engineering Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Meadville (Crawford County); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee to grow through a structured training program while supporting the Safe Drinking Water Program and Water Allocation Program. You will review technical materials, assist inspections, and help ensure public water systems meet regulatory requirements.

The role offers full-time hours, potential telework up to 3 days per week, and a starting salary of $67,658 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or close to graduation within three months.
• Active Engineering Intern certificate or one year of engineering experience.
• Driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Review construction permit applications, engineering plans, and technical specifications for compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Inspect public water supply facilities during construction and after completion to verify adherence to designs and requirements.
• Provide engineering guidance and consultation to water system operators, communities, and program staff on drinking water matters.
• Assist with water allocation reviews, permit evaluations, data entry, and preparation of technical reports and correspondence.
• Participate in meetings with municipal officials, water suppliers, and other interested parties regarding environmental and permitting issues.
• Complete required training and follow established procedures to perform environmental engineering duties.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Engineering Intern certificate

Job description

Launch your public service career as an Environmental Engineering Trainee with the Department of Environmental Protection! In this role, you will build valuable engineering skills through hands-on training while helping protect Pennsylvania's drinking water resources. You will work with experienced professionals, learn real-world environmental practices, and contribute to projects that support communities across the region. Take this great opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

As an Environmental Engineering Trainee, you will participate in a formal training program while supporting engineering activities for the Safe Drinking Water Program and Water Allocation Program. You will review technical information, assist with inspections, and help ensure public water systems meet engineering and regulatory requirements. As an Environmental Engineering Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Permit Reviews: Review construction permit applications, engineering plans, and technical specifications to determine compliance with engineering standards and regulations
• Field Inspections: Inspect public water supply facilities during construction and after completion to verify adherence to approved designs and requirements
• Technical Assistance: Provide engineering guidance and consultation to water system operators, communities, and program staff on drinking water matters
• Program Support: Assist with water allocation reviews, permit evaluations, data entry, and preparation of technical reports and correspondence
• Stakeholder Coordination: Participate in meetings with municipal officials, water suppliers, and other interested parties regarding environmental and permitting issues
• Training And Development: Complete required training, follow established procedures, and build knowledge needed to perform environmental engineering responsibilities

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. 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 Meadville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,658 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering; or
• 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.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• 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.