Engineer-In-Training II
About The Position
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 Structures Section as an Engineer In Training II in Grant County, you will have the opportunity to perform intermediately complex level engineering work on projects with a larger scope of work to develop practical skills in support of academic theory to provide sufficient competence to qualify for registration as a professional engineer under KRS Chapter 322; and performs other duties as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering.
- Must have 2 years of engineering experience as an Engineer- In- Training.
- Experience in computers.
- Experience in multitasking projects.
- Experience in working with people.
- 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.
- Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
Nice To Haves
- A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Responsibilities
- Reviews, analyzes and performs intermediately complex engineering to develop practical skills within the specialized area of planning, design, structures, bridge maintenance, and asphalt foundation to ensure compliance with all necessary guidelines.
- Learns under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer (LPE).
- Develops plans.
- Oversees portions of specific engineering related functional areas to analyze data and ensure conformance to approved plans and engineering standards.
- May perform testing.
- Reviews roadways construction plans for accuracy and interprets and recommends changes when necessary.
- Evaluates state and federal highways and recommends maintenance activities as needed.
- Prepares maintenance project costs estimates.
- Assists construction inspectors and contractors on highway construction projects.
- Assists in finalization.
- Coordinate and oversee construction and engineering work performed by technical and sub-professional personnel.
- Compile, prepare, review, and maintain reports.
- Assist supervisor in completing maintenance activities and various office duties.
Benefits
- 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.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
