Engineering Technician
About the role
The Engineering Technician position with the Department of Transportation is a great opportunity to begin a career that supports roads and bridges used by millions. You will learn essential drafting and design skills that help move vital projects from concept to construction. Your work will contribute to safe, well-planned transportation systems across the region. Join a team that values accuracy, teamwork, and public service.
Responsibilities
- Drafting Support: Create highway and bridge plans using CADD tools and conventional drafting methods
- Survey Interpretation: Translate survey data into clear plan sheets that show existing roadway features
- Plan Preparation: Develop drawings and layouts from preliminary engineering sketches and notes
- Design Assistance: Work with designers to assemble complete sets of project plans
- Field Participation: Join field views and inspections to help verify project details
- Data Tools: Use RMS and Auto Tab systems to collect information and generate summaries
Work Schedule
Full-time employment, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM with a 30‑minute lunch. Telework may be available part‑time after successful completion of the probationary period, provided you have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If telework is not possible, you will report to the headquarters office in Montoursville. Telework eligibility is subject to change.
Pay
Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin at the starting annual salary of $41,506 (before taxes).
Qualifications
- Associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology. Applicants within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree are considered to have met the educational requirement.
- Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirement (see residency guidelines for details).
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Legal requirement: a conditional offer will require submission of criminal history reports.