Transportation Engineer II

About the role

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky. By joining our Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Engineer II in Jefferson County, you’ll have the opportunity to oversee transportation projects and work with complex engineering components for all aspects of roadway projects.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees activities of engineering projects with multiple phases.
• Provides engineering judgement to evaluate and resolve design, maintenance, and construction problems.
• Reviews and applies cabinet policy and standards along with industry guidance.
• Interprets project plans and contract documents for various entities (contractors, property owners, etc.).
• Travels throughout an assigned area and state to address or confer technical or operational issues.
• Ideal candidate will have experience in traffic permits.

Requirements

• Must have two years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
• Master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Graduate work in engineering beyond a Master's degree will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• No substitution of experience for education.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment.
• Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors, or be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Kentucky Professional Engineering license within the initial six‑month probationary period.
• Engineering decisions made by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering license must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment.
• The employing agency is responsible for ensuring the employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
• Work is performed in the office and in the field; exposed to risks inherent to construction sites; must follow safety procedures.
• Initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Pay

Pay Grade 17 Salary $6,254.30 Monthly

Schedule

Full‑time,