Transportation Engineer II

Advertisement Closes 10/14/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2605370 Transportation Engineer II Pay Grade 17 Salary $6,254.30 - $7,332.50 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways Location 421 Buttermilk Pike Fortt Mitchell, KY 41017 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 which 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 6 Traffic Engineering and Permits Section as a Transportation Engineer II in Kenton County, you'll have the opportunity to complete complex technical engineering project in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of highways, structures or facilities. Summary of Responsibilities: Manages and oversees activities of engineering projects or programs with multiple phases and larger scopes of work and approves engineering documents as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Designs or coordinates the planning and design of transportation facilities in accordance with the department's policies, procedures and standards and in accordance with federal rules and regulations. Interprets project plans and contract documents for property owners, local officials, contractors, consultants, materials suppliers and property owners. Reviews and investigates complaints of property owners and local officials. Travels throughout an assigned area or throughout the District for the purpose of conferring on technical and operational problems with contractors, material suppliers, consultants, local officials, departmental engineers and county maintenance and special operations crews. Makes routine and final inspection and acceptance of construction and maintenance projects. Interprets and drafts professional and technical papers and reports. Reviews planning studies and makes recommendations for alternative solutions. Makes recommendations concerning the planning or design of transportation facilities and related work. Reviews requests for repairs, makes estimates, determines expenditures of funds for transportation programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Completing complex transportation engineering projects for construction and maintenance Supervising Strong communication, computer and organization skills Team Player Benefits and Perks: Comprehensive health insurance with optional dental and vision insurance Retirement savings Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings A collaborative and innovative work environment Employee Wellness programs Paid leave First day health insurance coverage 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. 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…

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