Senior Civil Engineer (General)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Centre County, PA

30d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Civil Engineer, General, with the Fish and Boat Commission plays an important part in shaping safe and dependable facilities across the state. You will work collaboratively to maintain and enhance public fishing and boating facilities owned and managed by the Fish & Boat Commission, playing a key role in advancing the Commission's mission to protect, conserve, and improve the Commonwealth's aquatic resources while expanding high-quality fishing and boating opportunities. This position combines office responsibilities with field work at lakes and access areas, with much of the work performed outdoors in diverse and scenic locations. Apply with us today and grow your skills while making a strong impact on Pennsylvania. This role focuses on planning, designing, inspecting, and managing civil engineering projects that support Fish and Boat Commission facilities. It involves leading complex work that ensures structures remain safe, efficient, and reliable.

Requirements

• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline; or 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; and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or Six 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.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate OR a Professional Engineer license issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration. Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering designs and calculations for structures, systems, and facilities across Commission properties
• Evaluate the condition of buildings, roads, dams, and hatchery systems to identify repair or replacement needs
• Monitor project progress, inspect work sites, and verify that construction follows required plans and specifications
• Prepare and secure permits and approvals needed for facility development and renovation
• Provide guidance to agency staff, respond to public concerns, and develop reports based on engineering investigations

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• $2,500 paid at time of hire to cover the cost of an existing Professional Engineering (PE) Certificate, and another $2,500 paid every time this Certificate is renewed.

What This Job Offers

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