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Senior Civil Engineer (General)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA · HybridFull-time$81–105K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$81–105K/yr
Location
Harrisburg, PAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Engineer-In-Training CertificateProfessional Engineer LicenseValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead planning and development of abandoned mine land projects and support environmental reviews, data management, and grant activities. The role includes coordinating technical evaluations, preparing reports, guiding project development, and supporting statewide environmental goals. The position is based in Wilkes-Barre and may allow telework up to three days per week from an approved location in Pennsylvania.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Civil EngineeringProject PlanningEnvironmental ReviewField AssessmentData ManagementEngineering DesignSurveyingHydrologyEarthworkCost EstimatingGrant AdministrationCommunication

Qualifications

Five Years Civil Engineering Experience or Associate's Degree PathSix Years Civil Engineering Experience or Bachelor's Degree PathTwo Years Professional Civil Engineering ExperienceEngineer-in-Training CertificateAssociate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or RelatedBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or RelatedProfessional Engineer LicenseValid Driver's LicensePennsylvania Residency

Full job description

Salary $80,646.00 - $104,959.00 Annually Location Luzerne County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60478-1113G Department Department of Environmental Protection Division EP BAMR Wilkes-Barre Dstr Off Opening Date 10/19/2026 Closing Date 11/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 1113G Position Number 00061274 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B4 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00355402 Bureau / Division Abandoned Mine Reclamation Worksite Address 2 Public Square City Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18701 Contact Name Rob Konowitch Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Would you enjoy a career where you could navigate complex environmental initiatives that help reclaim land and protect the Commonwealth's communities? Step into a leadership role as a Senior Civil Engineer (General) with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). In this position, you will guide detailed projects that reclaim abandoned mine lands and protect natural resources. You will use advanced technical skills and strong communication to support project planning and community safety. Apply today to join a mission-driven team working to restore Pennsylvania's environment for future generations to come! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position leads the planning and development of Abandoned Mine Land (AML) projects while managing environmental reviews, data updates, and grant activities. Your work will involve coordinating technical evaluations, preparing reports, guiding project development, and supporting statewide environmental goals. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will perform the following duties: 1. Project Development: Plan AML projects, review submissions, and classify site problems for corrective action 2. Environmental Review: Evaluate environmental resources and secure consultations and clearances for assigned projects 3. Field Assessments: Conduct surveys, data searches, and interviews to support project planning and documentation 4. Data Management: Maintain inventory records, enter project information in eFACTS, and ensure data accuracy 5. Technical Design: Perform preliminary engineering designs including surveying, hydrology, earthwork, and cost estimates 6. Grant Administration: Manage grant applications, guide applicants, review invoices, and evaluate proposals for funding Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. 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 Wilkes-Barre. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 4. **Salary:**Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $80,646.00 (before taxes). 5. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. 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 deg ee in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or 2. 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; or 3. 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. Special Requirements: 1. This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. 2. This position requires possession of a valid driver's license. Other Requirements: 1. You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency Guidelines. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Commonwealth employees who wish ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,002 open Civil Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$81–105K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$90–130K/yr105 salary ranges
  • US median$91–145K/yr2,729 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $93K, is 18% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($114K) — in the middle half of Civil Engineer salary ranges in Pennsylvania.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 221 open Civil Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 5,002 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Civil Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 4,054 postings).
Education
3,902 of the 5,002 open Civil Engineer jobs (78%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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