Conservation Engineer

PA Association of Conservation Districts - Clarion, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Clarion, PA

About the position

The Conservation Engineer position at the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts (PACD) involves providing engineering assistance to the Growing Greener program and the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including conservation districts, government representatives, and landowners, to design and prepare engineering plans and specifications for conservation projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering assistance to the Growing Greener program and NRCS.
• Design and prepare engineering plans and specifications for projects, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and cost estimates.
• Review engineering structure design plans and specifications for adherence to design criteria and technical standards.
• Conduct field surveys and data collection for project planning.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, landowners, and government agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, life science, or mathematics from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering requirements or licensed as a Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to topographic surveys, soils, hydrology, hydraulics, concrete, and soil construction.
• Experience in stream restoration and agricultural waste management.
• Ability to perform survey, data collection, and topographic map development.
• Proficiency in CADD and specification writing.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and computer-aided design software.
• Valid PA driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Agricultural background or experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401k retirement plan
• 14 paid holidays
• Accrued PTO leave