Transportation Engineer Specialist

Final date to receive applications

8/3/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Transportation Engineer Specialist

Pay Grade 18

Salary $5,271.84 - $7,907.74 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 Aviation

Location 90 Airport Rd

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

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.

• Coordinates with Airport Board, Local Officials and Engineering Consultants in the administration of airport projects receiving federal and, or, state funding.
• Insuring federal and state guidelines are being followed.
• Evaluates airport construction project applications, reviews contract documents, and audits invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Reviews airport construction projects plans and technical specifications for projects to include but not limited to; runways, taxiways, aprons, access roads, buildings, fuel systems, lighting systems, and FAA planning document (ALP, Master Plan…etc.).
• Performs yearly airport inspection of general aviation airports.
• Maintain airport master record for federal airport inspections.
• Complete all required inspection documents.
• Evaluates runway marking, seal coating and crack sealing projects to be completed by master agreement.
• Processes delivery orders and inspects project construction as needed.

• Experience in civil engineering studies, pavement design, grading, drainage, lighting, and utility systems.
• Reviewing engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction schedules for compliance.
• Monitored contractor performance, quantities, schedules, and budgets; reviewing pay applications and change orders.
• Conducted on-site inspections to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, safety requirements, and environmental permits
• Prior aviation experience is a plus

• 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
• Exciting work environment with nice view of Capital City Airport
• Job often requires travel, utilizing Department of Aviation aircraft fleet
• Stable employment with public service mission and meaningful impact on aviation infrastructure

Additional position information (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Frequent single day travel required both in state vehicles and state aircraft. Occasional overnight travel required for conferences and training.

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.

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Education:

See Special Requirements.

Experience, Training, or

Skills:

Must have four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Substitute EDUCATION for

EXPERIENCE:

A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required…