Senior Civil Engineer (General)

About the role

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) offers a unique and exciting engineering opportunity in its Rail Safety Engineering Section. This role focuses on overseeing railroad crossing safety improvement projects, including warning device upgrades, new crossing construction, as well as highway bridge and railroad bridge rehabilitation or replacement projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan Review: Examine construction plans, bridge designs, and warning device layouts for accuracy and safety.
• Safety Evaluation: Review reports and data to recommend improvements that reduce risks at highway and rail crossings.
• Field Inspection: Conduct site visits, meetings, and inspections to address safety concerns and guide needed improvements.
• Case Documentation: Prepare letters, orders, and summaries for crossing projects and proceedings.
• Technical Support: Assist with expert testimony, technical guidance, and project recommendations for hearings.
• Project Monitoring: Track the progress of assigned cases and resolve delays by coordinating with involved parties.

Qualifications

• Required: 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 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 degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or 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.
• Other Requirements: Must meet the PA residency requirement.