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Civil Engineer (Transportation)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA · HybridFull-time$74–92K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$74–92K/yr
Location
Harrisburg, PAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Engineer-In-Training Certificate

Job overview

The Civil Engineer - Transportation supports District 8-0 with environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and technical guidance for maintenance activities. The role reviews permits and engineering materials, advises on environmental procedures, and assists with stormwater controls. It is full-time, with a weekday schedule and a possible part-time telework option after the probationary term, subject to approval and change.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Environmental PermittingRegulatory ComplianceEngineering Drawing ReviewEngineering CalculationsHazardous MaterialsWaste HandlingHydrologyHydraulicsStormwater ManagementMS4

Qualifications

Civil Engineer Trainee Program or Equivalent5 Years Civil Engineering Experience or EIT Certificate4 Years Civil Engineering Experience, EIT, and Associate's Degree1 Year Civil Engineering Experience and Bachelor's DegreeAssociate's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or RelatedBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or RelatedEngineer-in-Training Certificate

Full job description

Salary $73,859.00 - $92,010.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60141-1112T Department Department of Transportation Division TR Dstr Off 900 Opening Date 10/13/2026 Closing Date 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 1112T Position Number 00182823 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B4 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00080800 Bureau / Division Transportation - Engineering District 8-0 Worksite Address 2140 Herr Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17103 Contact Name Heidi Mertz Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION The Civil Engineer - Transportation position with the Department of Transportation offers a chance to support vital maintenance work that keeps District 8-0 moving safely. This role allows you to apply sound engineering and planning principles in performing a variety of environmental maintenance-related activities such as permit review, being a source of regulatory and environmental guidance as well as expertise on hydrology and hydraulic reporting. You will help strengthen the agency's commitment to responsible operations that protect both people and natural resources. Join a team that values your skills and your dedication. Apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports District 8-0 by providing engineering expertise for environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, and technical guidance. The role ensures that maintenance activities follow required environmental procedures and standards. As a Civil Engineer - Transportation, you will perform the following duties: 1. Permit Review Lead: Evaluate maintenance activity permits to ensure consistency with environmental requirements 2. Technical Analysis: Review engineering drawings, calculations, and reports to support accurate and complete permit applications 3. Environmental Compliance Support: Provide guidance on hazardous materials, waste handling, and regulatory obligations 4. Coordination Activities: Work with maintenance staff, consultants, and agencies to support proper implementation of environmental procedures 5. Stormwater Oversight: Assist with MS4 and stormwater control measures through inspections, training, and field reviews 6. Training and Guidance: Support district personnel with environmental procedures and best practices 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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. 3. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time after completing a probationary term. 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 Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 4. **Salary:**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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. Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. 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 Prof ssional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or 3. Four 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 4. One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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). 2. 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 ... 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$74–92K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$90–130K/yr105 salary ranges
  • US median$91–145K/yr2,729 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $83K, is 27% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($114K) — in the lowest quarter 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 1 year 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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