Engineer Associate II/KTC - Military veterans preferred

2025-10-04
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleEngineer Associate II/KTCRequisition NumberRE51866Working TitleEngineer Associate II/ResearchDepartment Name8H060:Kentucky Transportation CenterWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level47Salary Range$57,158-94,286/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired 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, performing repetitive motion tasks and intermittent job-related travel.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Job Summary
The Engineer Associate II/Research employee should have broad knowledge of engineering/scientific principles and practices. Should be able to apply accepted methods of research and Interact with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others. The applicant must be able to contribute to intellectual development activities within KTC and be able to complete all assigned projects. The applicant will be required to work within KTC and KYTC data systems. The employee in is expected to assist with proposal development and provide professional services and obtain funding for research projects.


Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Good written and verbal communication skills. Works well in a team setting but also thrives working independently. Pays close attention to detail. Employs strong analytical and organization skills. Excels even when working under time constraints. Robust interpersonal skills and customer service oriented. Is an innovative thinker and problem solver. Effectively provides guidance and direction to other team members. Driver’s License.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Driver’s license.
Deadline to Apply10/16/2025Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Give me an example of a time when you worked together with a peer / team member to determine roles and responsibilities.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Do you have experience speaking in front of large groups?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint).
    • None
    • Basic
    • Average
    • Proficient
    • Expert

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents




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