Transportation Civil Engineer

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• Job Type: Full-Time

  We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Civil Engineer with 5-10 years of professional experience to join our Fort Mitchell Office in Northern Kentucky. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the planning, design, and implementation of transportation projects. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects that include roadway design, traffic engineering, transit systems, and more.

  Why Join Palmer Engineering?

  • Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of transportation projects - from highway design and traffic studies to pedestrian safety and urban street improvements
  • Professional Growth: Collaborate with experts, gain mentorship from experienced engineers, and lead meaningful, community-focused projects
  • Regional Impact: Help strengthen communities across Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Florida, and West Virginia
  • Collaborative Culture: Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive, tight-knit team that values your ideas and contributions

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support the design of transportation projects, including highways, streets, intersections, and pedestrian facilities
  • Perform field investigations and collect data for traffic studies, roadway assessments, and other transportation-related analyses
  • Utilize engineering software (e.g., MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads) to create detailed plans, drawings, and specifications
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, environmental scientists, and construction managers, to ensure project success
  • Prepare and lead project reports, technical documents, and presentations for clients and stakeholders
  • Participate in community engagement efforts to gather input and address public concerns related to transportation projects
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards
  • Stay current with advancements in transportation engineering and sustainability practices

  What We’re Looking For:

  • Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • 5-10 years of experience in transportation engineering
  • Familiarity with transportation engineering principles, practices, and tools
  • Experience with engineering software such as Microstation, InRoads, OpenRoads, HEC-RAS, or similar
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks concurrently
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment

  What We Offer

  Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become an employee-owner
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements

  Growth & Development

  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry leaders
  • Clear paths for career growth and leadership

  Culture & Community

  • Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment
  • A culture that values creativity, connection, and community
  • Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that strengthen and improve communities

  About Palmer Engineering

  Founded in 1969, Palmer Engineering is a leading employee-owned civil and structural engineering and surveying firm dedicated to improving communities through thoughtful, sustainable infrastructure. Headquartered in Winchester, Kentucky, with 11 offices across Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Florida, we’ve successfully completed thousands of projects for government and private clients.

  Our expertise spans transportation, bridge and structural design, civil site development, traffic engineering, water resources, and environmental services.

  At Palmer, we’re passionate about designing and improving the infrastructure that connects communities and enhances quality of life. You’ll join a collaborative, innovative, and people**-**first team that values professional growth, mentorship, and making a meaningful impact every day.

  Palmer Engineering Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.