Engineer in Training (PEDP)

Sarasota County Government

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Sarasota County's Professional Engineering Development Program (PEDP) offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build technical expertise, and develop the leadership skills needed for long-term success. Through this four-year rotational program, you'll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the community while gaining exposure to multiple engineering disciplines, including: Capital Projects, Transportation, Public Utilities, and Planning & Development Services. As a Technical Specialist in the PEDP, you'll receive structured mentorship, professional development, and practical experience designed to support your path to PE licensure and prepare you for future leadership opportunities. The program is designed as a 4-year program. All participants in the PEDP must successfully complete the program within 74 months or their employment with the County will be terminated unless they are able to secure another position at the County outside of the PEDP.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or related engineering field.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certificate from the Florida Board of Professional Engineers or the ability to obtain the EI certificate within the first eighteen (18) months of employment.
• Valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prior related engineering work experience, engineering internship or advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering studies, review plans, and design tasks associated with assigned duties.
• Support construction projects with field site visits and construction observations duties.
• Writing and editing technical reports and engineering studies.
• Preparing plans and specifications for related activities.
• Coordinating with management, engineers and technical staff to ensure that the projects' needs are met in a timely and effective manner.
• Meeting with co-workers, municipal officials, and contractors to review project needs and coordinate field conditions.
• Following the process for obtaining approvals from various agencies.
• Researching issues related to assigned duties.
• Producing presentation and design drawings.
• Participating in Advisory Committees and Development Review Committee (DRC) Meetings.
• Reviewing proposals and presenting results at a Professional Services Review Committee meeting.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Wellness program
• 11 paid holidays
• 3 personal days
• 16 paid vacation days in the first year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level