Engineering Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lycoming County, PA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineering Technician position with the Department of Transportation is a great opportunity to begin a career that supports roads and bridges used by millions. You will learn essential drafting and design skills that help move vital projects from concept to construction. Your work will contribute to safe, well-planned transportation systems across the region. Join a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and public service. This role supports the drafting and design work needed to create detailed highway and bridge plans. It is part of a training program that leads to placement in the Design Unit.

Requirements

• An associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.

Responsibilities

• Create highway and bridge plans using CADD tools and conventional drafting methods
• Translate survey data into clear plan sheets that show existing roadway features
• Develop drawings and layouts from preliminary engineering sketches and notes
• Work with designers to assemble complete sets of project plans
• Join field views and inspections to help verify project details
• Use RMS and Auto Tab systems to collect information and generate summaries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree