Sr. Transportation Engineer
Louisville, KY  / Lexington, KY  / Fort Mitchell, KY 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description

Prime AE Group (), a multi-faceted A&E firm with 20 offices in 10 States and over 475 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast, is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer for our Kentucky region.

Company Overview and Vision:

PRIME AE is a diverse community of professionals with a passion for solving today's architectural and engineering challenges in ways that improve communities for all. We design, develop, implement, and maintain the infrastructure, facilities, and amenities that create thriving communities, while making the most of client resources. We share a passion for the work that comes through in everything we do. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger.

Position Overview:

The primary focus of this role will be to serve as lead designer on transportation projects with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and local governments.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Design various types of roadway, sidewalk, multi-use-path, and safety projects, including urban and rural roadways, interstates, interchanges, traffic management, transportation planning, highway safety, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometric layout, MOT, Drainage and ADA compliance projects.
  • Work with the design team comprised of Project Managers, Senior Engineers, EIT's and other technical staff to develop engineered solutions for various clients.
  • Work on design for a variety of roadway projects including interchanges, intersection improvements, roadway widening/capacity improvements, ADA, and pedestrian safety upgrades.
  • Utilize CAD design software such as ORD for design and plan production.
  • Perform field visits for ongoing design projects.
  • Assign design tasks to less experienced designers and QA/QC their work.
  • Provide in-house coordination and expertise for public projects involving roadways.
  • Interface with other departments within the region to ensure efficient and organized operations of the projects.
  • Interact with Federal, State and Local agencies.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university.
  • Active Kentucky PE is required and must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
  • 6 + years' experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the roadway industry.
  • Bentley training and/or experience with relevant engineering software preferred, and computer literate on Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work on projects independently.
  • Preliminary and Final design experience with KYTC projects, specifications and guidelines preferred.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience using MicroStation, Inroads, OpenRoads preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with AASHTO Policy's and Guidelines.
  • Experience with site development and / or municipal projects (a plus).
  • Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic design (a plus).
  • Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.



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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
90000.00 To 130000.00 (USD) Annually
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
6+ years
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