Engineer-In-Training II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Kentucky Transportation Cabinet seeks an Engineer-In-Training II in Frankfort to gain hands-on roadway design experience and contribute to statewide CADD/ORD standards. You will develop plans and models, test software, and collaborate with statewide engineers on diverse transportation projects.

Requirements include an Accredited B.S. in Engineering and two years of EIT experience; a Master's can substitute one year. A valid driver's license and licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Two years engineering experience as Engineer-In-Training.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with roadway design and project development.
• Support statewide CADD and ORD initiatives.
• Develop engineering plans, models and deliverables.
• Assist with software testing and standards development.
• Collaborate with engineers across Kentucky.

Skills

ORD proficiency

KYTC highway design workflow

Standard Drawings

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree substitute for experience

Tools

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

CADD standards

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 10/14/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job Requisition #: 2605187

Title: Engineer-In-Training II

Pay Grade: 14

Salary: $4,699.50 - $5,509.24 Monthly

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location: 200 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40622 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of ourcustomers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improveboth 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 economicopportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our Developmental Branch as a Engineer In Training II in Franklin County, you’ll have theopportunity to work on meaningful transportation projects while helping shape the future of engineering acrossKentucky. You'll gain hands–on roadway design experience, develop expertise in OpenRoads Designer (ORD),contribute to statewide Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) standards and engineering policy, evaluate emerging technologies, and collaboratewith every Highway District.

• Assist with roadway design and project development.
• Support statewide CADD and ORD initiatives.
• Develop engineering plans, models, and deliverables.
• Assist with software testing and standards development.
• Collaborate with engineers across Kentucky.

Skills and Expectations

• Proficiency with ORD.
• The KYTC highway design workflow.
• Working with the KYTC Standard Drawings.
• Working with a team.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.
• Work with many groups withing the transportation industry and around the state.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verifyonce 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://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with an accredited bachelor's degree in engineering.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of engineering experience as an Engineer-In-Training.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience.

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. Certification as an Engineer-In-Training recognized by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors. 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

Incumbents working in this title will perform duties in an office and/or field setting.

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 Matt Sipes at [e-mail] or 502-782-4899.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D