Civil Engineer Consultant Bridges PUC

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2026-49670-G0116. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MAY 29, 2026 TO JUNE 11, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you interested in a rewarding challenge within a respected organization, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement? The Civil Engineering Consultant Bridges for the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is an opportunity to make a real difference in community safety. This role lets you guide important projects that keep travelers safe at rail-highway crossings. You will be part of a team that values clear thinking, strong judgment, and steady leadership. Join this mission to help shape safer transportation across the state.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports statewide safety improvements at rail-highway crossings by serving as a key engineering representative for the Commission. The role involves independent decision making and coordination with many agencies and companies to ensure safe and effective project outcomes. As a Civil Engineering Consultant Bridges, you will perform the following duties:

• Field Investigations: Conduct site visits to assess rail-highway crossings and determine necessary safety actions
• Plan Reviews: Examine engineering and design plans to confirm compliance with safety standards and Commission requirements
• Expert Testimony: Prepare and present technical findings and exhibits during formal hearings
• Project Monitoring: Track progress on assigned proceedings and work with parties to resolve delays or issues
• Final Inspections: Perform official inspections to verify that completed work meets Commission orders and safety expectations

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Successful candidates are required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved by the Bureau Director. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. 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.
  • To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must be within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg and within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at ra-puchr@pa.gov or 717.787.8714.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty.

Special Requirement:

• Possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Post-Employment Requirement:

• For the Bridges and Transportation parentheticals, successful candidates with an out of state Professional Engineer license will be required to produce a valid Professional Engineer license issued by Pennsylvania within their initial six-month probationary period.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• 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).
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