Environmental Engineering Trainee

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Vacation time

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee in Wilkes-Barre. This full-time role supports permit decisions and engineering reviews to protect water quality.

You will gain hands-on experience and contribute to environmental protection initiatives. The position offers standard hours, potential telework up to three days per week within Pennsylvania, and a starting salary of $67,658.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in environmental engineering or possess an Engineer-in-Training certificate.
• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or in any engineering field with 9 credits in environmental engineering.
• Applicants may be within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Responsibilities

• Permit Review: Examine applications for wastewater discharge and Clean Streams Law permits for compliance.
• Plan Evaluation: Analyze plans and specifications for sewer systems, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Stormwater Oversight: Track submissions and review materials for combined sewer systems and municipal programs.
• Policy Communication: Provide information on department policies, procedures, permits, and water protection standards.
• Data Management: Input and update information in electronic systems for accuracy.
• Issue Resolution: Identify challenges in permit materials and suggest solutions to supervisors.

Skills

Environmental engineering

Engineer-in-Training

PA residency

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering

Engineering degree with 9 environmental credits

Job description

dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan

Start a meaningful career that helps keep waterways clean and communities safe. The Environmental Engineering Trainee for the Department of Environmental Protection participates in hands‑on learning that supports permit decisions and engineering reviews. This position provides guidance, growth, and a chance to make a positive environmental impact. Step into a role where your efforts support the mission to protect the environment for all residents.

THE POSITION

Start a meaningful career that helps keep waterways clean and communities safe. The Environmental Engineering Trainee for the Department of Environmental Protection participates in hands‑on learning that supports permit decisions and engineering reviews. This position provides guidance, growth, and a chance to make a positive environmental impact. Step into a role where your efforts support the mission to protect the environment for all residents.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports the permit review process that helps protect water quality across the state. It involves learning engineering standards, reviewing permit materials, and supporting data and policy requirements. As a Environmental Engineering Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

• Permit Review: Examine applications for wastewater discharge and Clean Streams Law permits to assess compliance
• Plan Evaluation: Analyze engineering plans and specifications for sewer systems, pump stations, and treatment facilities
• Stormwater Oversight: Track stormwater submissions and review materials for combined sewer systems and municipal programs
• Policy Communication: Provide information on department policies, procedures, permits, and water protection standards
• Data Management: Input and update required information in electronic systems to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Issue Resolution: Identify challenges in permit materials and suggest solutions to supervisors

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 Wilkes‑Barre. 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of experience in environmental engineering, and possession of 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 environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Special Requirements

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

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• 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.