Environmental Engineering Specialist

Salary $73,859.00 - $92,010.00 Annually Location Allegheny County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-59476-14520 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Dstr Off 1100 Opening Date 10/14/2026 Closing Date 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 14520 Position Number 00181631 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B4 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00081100 Bureau / Division Engineering District 11-0 Worksite Address 45 Thoms Run Road City Bridgeville, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15017 Contact Name Mark Young or Dina Salemi Contact Phone Mark 412.429.4858 or Dina 412.429.2899 Contact Email [email protected] or [email protected] THE POSITION Join the Department of Transportation as an Environmental Engineering Specialist and help keep important projects moving while protecting our environment! This role strengthens community safety by supporting well planned and responsible construction practices. You will work with skilled staff to solve problems and guide environmental decisions. Your efforts will help ensure that every project meets high environmental standards. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports transportation projects by reviewing, monitoring, and guiding environmental engineering work throughout all stages of construction and maintenance. The role helps ensure that activities meet environmental laws, follow sound engineering practices, and protect natural resources. As a Environmental Engineering Specialist, you will perform the following duties: 1. Permit Review: Review environmental permits and confirm alignment with engineering standards and regulations 2. Project Evaluation: Assess construction impacts on landforms, water resources, ecological features, and community surroundings 3. Site Inspections: Inspect projects for compliance with permits, erosion controls, stormwater systems, and mitigation requirements 4. Agency Coordination: Work with resource agencies and project partners to address environmental issues and support project needs 5. Training Support: Provide environmental training and guidance to design, construction, and maintenance staff 6. Field Monitoring: Monitor construction and maintenance activities to confirm compliance with environmental engineering practices Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 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, per manager's discretion. 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 Bridgeville. 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. Two years of professional experience in environmental engineering and possession of an active Engineering Intern certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or 2. One year of professional experience in environmental engineering and possession of an active Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or 3. Successful completion of the Environmental En ineering Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) program; or 4. One year of professional experience in environmental engineering and a bachelor's degree in engineering. 5. Graduate study in environmental engineering or in a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Special Requirements: 1. This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Other Requirements: 1. You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 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 ... 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.