THE POSITION
The Civil Engineer Trainee position with the Department of Transportation gives you the chance to grow your skills while contributing to important transportation projects. This role offers hands-on work in several areas of civil engineering through a structured 12-month training program. You will join a supportive team that is committed to helping you learn and succeed. It is an exciting opportunity to begin your engineering career with PennDOT.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides training and experience in several areas of civil engineering through assignments in design, construction, and maintenance. The work helps you build technical knowledge while supporting transportation projects across the region. As a Civil Engineer Trainee, you will perform the following duties:
- Field Support: Assist with gathering data, performing traffic studies, and helping with construction inspections
- Engineering Studies: Contribute to basic engineering reviews and prepare materials for highway and bridge design
- Software Skills: Gain experience using standard engineering tools needed for technical work
- Rotational Learning: Take part in assignments across design, construction, and maintenance divisions
- Professional Growth: Develop your knowledge by working with staff across several engineering disciplines
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 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,658.00 (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:
- One year of civil engineering experience and 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 civil engineering or a closely related field that includes or is supplemented by major coursework in civil engineering.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within ten months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Conditions of Employment:
- This position also requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
Other Requirements:
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
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.
Work Location: In person
