Civil Engineer; Transportation

Overview

Are you eager to demonstrate your engineering skills while making a meaningful impact within the Commonwealth? We invite you to apply for the position of Civil Engineer (Transportation) at Engineering District 6-0, of the Department of Transportation, where you will utilize your engineering expertise to manage intricate projects. If you possess a strong work ethic, a positive mindset, and meticulous attention to detail, this could be the ideal career opportunity for you.

Seize the chance to advance in the field of transportation engineering—apply now and embark on your journey with our dynamic team!

In this position, you will engage in a comprehensive array of highway design services for projects of varying complexity. As a member of a design team, your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing complete sets of plans for highway initiatives, which may encompass roadway reconstruction, realignment, drainage systems, guide rail installation, traffic control measures, and erosion and sediment pollution management. Additionally, you will be tasked with preparing or reviewing segments of the most intricate projects that involve challenging environmental, economic, and right‑of‑way considerations.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part‑time, up to 5 days per pay period. 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 King of Prussia.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer‑in‑Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists;
  or
• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);
  or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer‑in‑training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate's degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline;
  or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement: is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

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