Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision options

Retirement savings

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Transportation Cabinet in Louisville seeks a Transportation Engineering Technologist III to support roadway plan development, coordinate with consultants and contractors, and analyze technical data for highway projects. Responsibilities include reviewing designs and ensuring documentation aligns with project goals.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s or an associate degree with related scholarship, four years of engineering experience, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field.
• Four years of engineering-related experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs design and review of roadway plan development.
• Coordinates with external partners on developing project documentation.
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes complex technical data for roadway projects.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field

Associate degree with scholarship program

Job description

Transportation Engrng Technologist III

Advertisement Closes: 11/19/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $5,169.46 - $6,060.44 Monthly

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

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 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 Project Development Branch as a Transportation Engineering Technologist III in Jefferson County, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a variety of planning documents, work with consultants and contractors on a range of projects.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs technical tasks in design and review of roadway plan development.
• Coordinates with external partners (consultants or contractors) on developing project documentation.
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes complex technical data for roadway projects.

Ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related field.
• Four (4) Years engineering-related experience.
• Ability to multitask and the ability to handle complex technical situations.
• Valid driver's license.

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 (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites and other types of work zones which require the following of safety procedures.

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!

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://www.e-verify.gov/.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Sheila Stangle at [e-mail] or 502-764-0088.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a 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. OR Graduate with an associate's degree in Engineering Technology with completion of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Civil Engineering Technology Scholarship Program.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of engineering-related experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: 1. Possess a valid EIT certification issued by the Kentucky State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors OR 2. Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR an associate degree in an engineering field OR 3. High school OR 4. High school

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: 1. Must have four years of engineering-related experience with the first education option above; OR 2. Must have seven years of engineering-related experience with the second education option above; OR 3. Must have ten years of engineering-related experience in which case related technical or vocational training will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four years with the third education option above; OR 4. Must have eight years of bridge inspection experience under the supervision of a Qualified InspectionTeam Leader, plus successful completion of a Federal Highway Administration approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course with the fourth education option above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. 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 possess 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 and other types of work zones 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.