THE POSITION
Would you like an exciting and rewarding career making a positive difference for others? Join the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) Bureau of Clean Water, Municipal Facilities Division as an Environmental Engineer and help strengthen the water systems that serve communities across Pennsylvania. This fulfilling position offers the opportunity to support major environmental projects funded through statewide and federal programs. You will contribute vital engineering knowledge that improves Commonwealth water quality and safeguards our natural resources. Apply today to become part of a team that works every day to protect the environment for future generations!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides engineering support for water infrastructure projects funded through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) Program and related state and federal initiatives. Through your work, you will play a key role in ensuring that wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater projects are properly designed, reviewed, and managed. As an Environmental Engineer, you will perform the following duties:
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- Project Review: Evaluate feasibility studies, engineering plans, specifications, and funding applications for water infrastructure projects
- Technical Guidance: Provide assistance to applicants and staff on program requirements, design standards, and construction expectations
- Data Management: Input project information into electronic systems with accuracy and compliance to established standards
- Program Support: Assist with statewide oversight of infrastructure projects funded through federal and state programs
- Field Coordination: Visit project sites to support planning, inspections, and technical reviews
- Policy Development: Contribute to guidance, procedures, and regulatory updates for the PENNVEST ProgramInterested 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.
- Travel is required.
- 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 $75,658.00 (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
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years as an Environmental Engineering Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Four years of professional 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
- Three years of professional experience in environmental engineering, and possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Three years of professional experience in environmental engineering, and a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering.
- Graduate study in environmental engineering or in a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Condition of Employment:
- This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
Other Requirements:
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
