Engineer-In-Training II

Socket.dev; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is seeking an Engineer-in-Training II for District 12, Design Section, in Pikeville, KY. This role focuses on developing practical engineering skills through progressively responsible work on projects with a larger scope.

The position requires EIT certification, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and a valid driver’s license. Work includes office and field tasks with safety considerations and probationary periods.

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: Accredited bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Experience: Two years as Engineer-In-Training.
• Licensure: Valid driver's license; EIT certification recognized by KY Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediately complex engineering work on projects to build practical skills for future registration as a professional engineer.
• Review projects for adherence to engineering practices.
• Organize and conduct meetings in planning and design of projects.
• Develop and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Pay Grade 14 Salary $4,699.50 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location 109 Loraine St Pikeville, KY 41501 USA

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 District 12, Project Development Branch, Design Section office as a Engineer-in-Training II in Pike County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform technical engineering work to develop practical skills.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Perform intermediately complex engineering work on projects with a larger scope of work to develop practical skills for future registration as a professional engineer.
• Review intermediately complex projects to determine if projects are in line with engineering practices.
• Organizing and conducting meetings in the planning, and design of projects
• Develops and maintains project documentation.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Time Management
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Public Speaking in small and large settings.
• Teamwork

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.

Additional position information:

• Work is performed in the office and in the field.
• In the office, work will involve sitting at a desk and moving about the office to collaborate with other employees.
• In the field, there will be risks associated with existing project locations, such as live traffic, and also construction sites, such as moving equipment and material.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Certification as an Engineer-In-Training recognized by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

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 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

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 MARY WESTFALL-HOLBROOK at [e-mail] or 606-433-7791. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D