Transportation Engineer II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

1d•Hybrid

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 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 Division of Highway Design/Drainage Branch, as a Transportation Engineer II in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to learn QA/QC processes and KYTC drainage standards firsthand, gain hands-on experience with ORD drainage and stormwater design, collaborate with experienced engineers, develop the skills to identify and correct design issues, and grow your expertise while contributing to safer, more resilient roadway infrastructure across KY.

Requirements

Must have two years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment 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.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.

Nice To Haves

Reviewing engineering plans, calculations, and documentation
Using drainage design and modeling software such as OpenRoads Designer (ORD), HY-8, or HEC-RAS
QA/QC reviews of drainage and stormwater designs
Mentoring or guiding EITs or interns
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery

Responsibilities

Lead QA/QC reviews of drainage and stormwater designs to ensure compliance with KYTC standards and regulatory requirements
Develop, review, and validate ORD drainage models to support accurate and reliable project designs
Provide guidance and mentorship to EITs and junior staff, supporting their technical growth and understanding of QA/QC processes
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, environmental, and consultant staff, to ensure seamless project delivery
Contribute to process improvements, develop ORD methods, updates to branch procedures, and best practices to maintain high standards and efficiency