Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer Trainee

Are you looking for interesting work in a field that can make a significant difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians? Are you looking for an engineering career in a hot topic field? Do you want to work to ensure Pennsylvanians are provided with reliable water and wastewater service at reasonable rates, while also learning new things every day? Then we want to talk to you! This is a position with opportunities for advancement and with excellent benefits available to employees in a supportive work environment.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is hiring an engineer to fill a Fixed Utility Valuation Engineer Trainee (FUVE-T) position within the PUC's Bureau of Technical Utility Services (TUS). The TUS FUVE-T will work with senior FUVEs and other staff on developing a working knowledge of the state and federal regulatory policies and environment as it pertains to the water, wastewater, and stormwater industry and jurisdictional utilities. The FUVE-T will learn how to review and evaluate the filings submitted by fixed utilities from an engineering perspective. The FUVE-T will also learn how to prepare written orders, reports, memos, and other documents for internal and external stakeholders on topics and issues related to water, wastewater and stormwater service.

As a member of this team, you have the opportunity to be part of a passionate group dedicated to the regulation of Pennsylvania's jurisdictional water, wastewater and stormwater utilities. The work done by the FUVE-T can make a real difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians, especially because water is the only public utility product that humans ingest everyday! The position offers a great collaborative work environment and requires some travel for training and meetings. All required training is provided. Don't miss this opportunity for a rewarding career with advancement potential.

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: This position is headquartered in Harrisburg. Part-time telework is a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved by the Bureau Director. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
  • To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's Alternate (telework) Worksite must meet the following requirements. The telework worksite must be located: 1) within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg, and 2) within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • 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.
  • Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason.
  • Candidates who do not wish to telework or are not eligible to telework, will work from the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in Valuation Engineering or other engineering discipline related to public or private utility generation, collection and distribution systems; or
• Four years of related engineering experience with a public utility or public utility regulatory agency, and the possession of an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pa. State Board of Professional Engineers.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• 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).
• 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 acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.