Environmental Engineering Trainee

Salary$66,328.00 - $79,062.00 Annually LocationMontgomery County, PA Job TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-Time Job NumberCS-2026-49514-14510 DepartmentDepartment of Environmental Protection DivisionEP SERO Clean Wtr Opening Date05/21/2026 Closing Date6/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code14510 Position Number50658095 UnionAFSCME Bargaining UnitB4 Pay GroupST06 Bureau / Division Code00354510 Bureau / DivisionSoutheast Regional Office, Clean Water Worksite Address2 East Main Street CityNorristown, Pennsylvania Zip Code19401 Contact NameOA, CE DEP Contact EmailRA-DEPJobs@pa.gov THE POSITIONAs an Environmental Engineering Trainee with the Department of Environmental Protection, you will begin building the skills needed to support important water quality programs. This position provides training, guidance, and real-world experience in reviewing applications and supporting clean water initiatives. You will take part in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to learn the responsibilities of an Environmental Engineering Specialist. Start your engineering career while helping protect Pennsylvania's natural resources. DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis position supports the technical review of water quality applications, permit documents, and environmental evaluations that help protect waterways in the Commonwealth. By participating in our training program, you will be equipped to perform the duties of an Environmental Engineering Specialist. As an Environmental Engineering Trainee, you will perform the following duties: Application Review:Assist in evaluating PennVest, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems, and Part II applications for completeness and compliance Technical Analysis:Support calculations, effluent limit development, and review of engineering reports Field Observation:Observe site inspections to learn how treatment facilities operate and meet permit requirements Program Coordination:Work with staff, applicants, and partner agencies involved in the permitting processInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. 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 Norristown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $66,328 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in environmental engineering, and possession of 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 environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. Conditions of Employment: This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. 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