Transportation Engineer Specialist
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Employment
- Full-time
About this role
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11/20/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
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Transportation Engineer Specialist
Pay Grade
18
Salary
$6,880.26 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
1236 Wilkinson Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
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 Division of Structural Design, Geotechnical Support and Review Branch as a Transportation Engineer Specialist in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to team with other professionals to provide specialized geotechnical work for highway projects and work to solve unique geotechnical and geological problems that often arise.
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you! We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application.
By joining our Division of Structural Design, Geotechnical Support and Review Branch as a Transportation Engineer Specialist in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to team with other professionals to provide specialized geotechnical work for highway projects and work to solve unique geotechnical and geological problems that often arise.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ensure consultants follow applicable KYTC geotechnical policy
- Perform or manage geotechnical services for complex projects
- Manage and review geotechnical consultant contracts and invoices
- Work with lab accreditation and troubleshooting needs, field equipment and software, and various research projects
- Address various inquiries from outside the Branch including KYTC Divisions, Districts, consultants, contractors, material suppliers, manufacturers, federal agencies, other state cabinets, universities
- Geotechnical investigations for highway projects
- Engineering calculations and use of analysis software
- Engineering Design contracts
- Word processing and spreadsheet use
- Professional communications and report development
- 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.
- Flexible schedule
- Extended computer screen time
- Attend meetings (mostly virtual)
- Occasional project field visits
- Required to be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Valid Driver’s License
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you! We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a Professional Engineer.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
A 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.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Engineers and Land Surveyors within the employee's initial six month probationary period. Engineering decisions recommended by individuals without a Kentucky Professional Engineering License must be approved by a KRS Chapter 322 Licensed Professional Engineer until licensure is obtained. For additional information refer to:
http://kyboels.ky.gov/
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites which require the following of safety procedures.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Erik Scott at [email protected] or 502-782-3819.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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