Civil Engineer Trainee (Southeastern Region)

State of Pennsylvania•Harrisburg, PA

32d•$66,328•Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement's Pipeline Safety Division as a Civil Engineer Trainee (CET) This entry-level role is based in the Southeastern Pennsylvania region and offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for advancement. As a CET, you will work collaboratively under the guidance of senior engineering staff and supervisors. Your responsibilities will include reviewing, reporting, and inspecting operational compliance related to plans, procedures, and engineering operations of public utilities and pipeline operators. Become part of a dedicated and valued team committed to public safety and regulatory excellence. This is your chance to build a meaningful career in a dynamic and impactful field. Please be advised, this position requires residency within one of the following Southeastern Pennsylvania counties, or the selected candidate must relocate within six months of employment: Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Philadelphia and Montgomery Counties only. The Civil Engineer Trainee (CET) serves within the engineering staff of the Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement, performing a range of pipeline safety engineering assignments. These tasks require the interpretation and application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and guidelines, along with sound engineering judgment to assess regulatory compliance. This entry-level position is responsible for the enforcement of the Public Utility Commission Laws and pipeline Safety Rules and Regulations of the Commission and the U.S. Department of Transportation as they apply to the pipeline operators under the jurisdiction of the Public Utility Commission. Work will be completed under the direction of the supervisor or senior engineering staff performing preliminary pipeline safety investigations. The employee shall draft an inspection report with findings and recommend further action steps needed by the utility to achieve compliance. Work is reviewed in-progress and upon completion for technical adequacy, completeness, overall quality, and attainment of objectives.

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 three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
This position also requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
You must reside in or be willing to relocate to Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Philadelphia or Montgomery county within 6 months.
Enrollment and completion of designated PHMSA Training and Qualifications (T&Q) courses in Oklahoma City, OK will be required upon hire.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Reviewing, reporting, and inspecting operational compliance related to plans, procedures, and engineering operations of public utilities and pipeline operators.
Performing a range of pipeline safety engineering assignments.
Interpretation and application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and guidelines, along with sound engineering judgment to assess regulatory compliance.
Enforcement of the Public Utility Commission Laws and pipeline Safety Rules and Regulations of the Commission and the U.S. Department of Transportation as they apply to the pipeline operators under the jurisdiction of the Public Utility Commission.
Draft an inspection report with findings and recommend further action steps needed by the utility to achieve compliance.

Benefits

Health coverage
Vision
Dental
Wellness programs
Competitive wages
Multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Eight weeks of paid parental leave
Military leave
Paid time off for most major U.S. holidays
Flexible work schedules
Work-from-home opportunities
Opportunities for internal mobility
Professional development
Opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.