Water Systems Engineer in Training

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Protection in Pennsylvania seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee to begin a one-year training program. You will learn to evaluate public water systems, support technical reviews, and protect drinking water across the northwest region of the Commonwealth.

You will gain hands‑on field experience through inspections, permit reviews, and technical guidance, while collaborating on statewide drinking water programs and enforcement actions when needed.

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

The Department of Environmental Protection in Pennsylvania seeks an Environmental Engineering Trainee to begin a one-year training program. You will learn to evaluate public water systems, support technical reviews, and protect drinking water across the northwest region of the Commonwealth.

You will gain hands‑on field experience through inspections, permit reviews, and technical guidance, while collaborating on statewide drinking water programs and enforcement actions when needed.