Transportation Engrng Technologist III

About the role

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet seeks a Transportation Engineering Technologist III to support statewide pavement and roadway asset management programs through the processing, quality control, and reporting of automated roadway data.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage statewide LCMS, LiDAR, and Pavement Asset Data
• Perform quality control of automated pavement, imagery, and asset data
• Prepare engineering data for pavement evaluations, mapping, and HPMS reporting
• Serve as KYTC technical liaison with data collection vendors and software preparation
• Aid branch staff with engineering data access, reporting, and operational tasks

Requirements

• Four years of engineering-related experience
• Valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, construction management, engineering science, engineering mechanics, computer science, data science, geology, earth science, industrial technology, industrial drafting, design technology or construction technology
• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program
• Seven years of engineering-related experience with a bachelor's degree or an associate degree in an engineering field
• Eight years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified Inspection Team Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bridge inspection experience under supervision of a Qualified Inspection Team Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course

Skills

• Experience in engineering data processing and reporting
• Knowledge of automated roadway data collection technologies (LCMS, LiDAR, imaging systems)
• Proficiency in database systems, data management, and cloud-based file workflows
• Skills in Microsoft Excel, SQL, Python, and other data analysis tools
• Technical troubleshooting and vendor coordination skills

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Employee wellness programs

Pay

$5,169.46 monthly

Schedule

Full-time, 18A, 37.5 hours per week