Behind every mile of the Mountain Parkway Expansion in Eastern Kentucky is a team of dedicated professionals working to turn complex designs into reality. Among them is Chelsea DeWitt, PE, a transportation engineer whose expertise in 3D modeling is helping move the project from concept to construction.

Palmer Engineering celebrates the Class of 2026, recognizing recent graduates and interns who gained valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development through the company’s internship program.

When most people drive across a bridge, they don’t think twice about what’s holding them up. But behind the scenes, bridge inspections play a critical role in keeping our infrastructure safe and reliable.

We asked members of our team to share what goes into a bridge inspection—and what they’re looking for along the way.

Palmer Engineering recently welcomed local high school students to its Lexington office for its first-ever Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, offering a behind-the-scenes look at civil engineering in action during National Engineers Week.

Every engineer starts somewhere. For many on our team, that journey began with curiosity — a desire to build, to solve problems, and to make a difference. From early inspiration to professional responsibility, they’re sharing what shaped their path — and the advice they’d offer the next generation stepping into the field.

As Palmer Engineering prepares to celebrate 57 years in business, we’re looking back at a milestone moment from our history. This article, originally published in 1994 in The Winchester Sun, highlights the firm’s 25th anniversary and the foundation that helped shape where we are today.