Engineer Associate I/KTC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Engineer Associate I/KTC
Requisition Number RE43172
Working Title Engineer I
Department Name 8H060:Kentucky Transportation Center
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $51,491-84,950/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Job Summary
This Engineer I will be responsible for supporting the T2 Program in the delivery of on call and in-person support to cities and counties and public works agencies. This position will provide safety training, conduct Road Safety Assessments (RSAs), and identify safety countermeasures for local roadways in Kentucky. This position will support local agencies in pursuing Federal Grant Opportunities.

The Kentucky Transportation Center (KTC) seeks applicants for a Research Engineer I position. Prospective applicants should be interested in multidisciplinary transportation research and working on a broad range of topics. The Center performs research in several areas for local, state, and federal transportation agencies. Research foci include highway design; project management; pavement design and maintenance; infrastructure assessment and roadway forensic analysis; construction management; highway and infrastructure safety; structural engineering and preservation; intelligent transportation systems; economic, financial, and policy dimensions of transportation; traffic operations; and environmental analysis.
While prospective applicants do not need to have research experience in these areas, they should have a broad understanding of transportation systems, be open to learning about new subjects, and be excited at the prospect of creating new knowledge that will influence how agencies manage critical infrastructure.
KTC is a vibrant, dynamic, and collegial environment where salary and benefits packages are competitive with the private sector. Our key benefits include (1) a wide selection of affordable health care plans (HMO, PPO, RHP, EPO), vision insurance options, and dental insurance plans to fit your needs; (2) generous retirement savings plans managed through Fidelity or TIAA — the University of Kentucky provides a 200% match on monthly employee contributions; (3) 15 days of vacation per year, 12 days of sick leave, and 14 days of paid holidays; (4) flexible work arrangements — many KTC staff have the option of working 2-3 days remotely each week, with schedules developed in consultation with supervisors; (5) many opportunities for professional development — the Center invests in staff by funding attendance at local, regional, and national conferences, trainings, and other short courses; and (6) the University of Kentucky’s Employee Education Program (EEP), which provides tuition waivers for up to 18 credit hours per academic year.
At KTC there is no shortage of interesting, exciting, and challenging work. We remain committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace that recognizes employees perform their best when they maintain a healthy work-life balance. Come join us in building the transportation systems of the future!
A complete application for this position includes a cover letter, resume, and completed application.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Driver’s License preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
3 years of related experience.
Deadline to Apply 03/07/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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