Transportation Engineer II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work env.

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Transportation Engineer II to oversee roadway projects and provide engineering judgement on design and construction issues. The role is based at 8310 Westport Road, Louisville, and supports the Transportation Cabinet and Department of Highways in Kentucky.

The position requires licensure as a Professional Engineer with two years of additional engineering experience; a Kentucky license or eligibility to obtain one within six months is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have two years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
• Master's degree in engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

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.

Skills

Traffic

Permits

Job description

Job Information

Advertisement Closes: 9/25/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID: 2604874

Job Title: Transportation Engineer II

Pay Grade: 17

Salary: $6,254.30 Monthly

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

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Hiring Agency: Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location: 8310 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 40242 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet 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 Engineering Support Branch as a Transportation Engineer II in Jefferson County, you’ll have theopportunity to oversee transportation projects and work with complex engineering components for all aspects ofroadway projects.

Summary of 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 Experience

• Traffic
• Permits

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 Incumbent of this position: May be exposed to dangerous workingconditions including rough terrain, Will frequently communicate in person or by phone. Work overtime oralternate work schedule.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the normand measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

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://dhs.gov/e-verify

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 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 Engineers and Land Surveyors OR must be licensed in another state with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license from Kentucky Board of 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 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 requires 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 Kaleta Duffie at [e-mail] or [phone].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D