CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
At Qk4, we know that the growth and success of our company is largely dependent on having strong and capable staff members. We recognize the contribution each person makes and we appreciate the quality and dedication each one brings to the team. A high percentage of staff have been with the firm, working together for well over 20 years. Our leadership is comprised of qualified and knowledgeable professionals who have governed together for decades, yielding a consistent culture of accountability and responsiveness to each other, and most importantly, to our clients. As we grow our business, we are always looking for qualified professionals to add to our core team. If you would like to be a part of this unique team, we are currently accepting resumes.
Qk4 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, or protected veteran status.
Posted: 2/2021
Drainage Engineer
Louisville, KY
Qk4, Inc., a highly ranked Engineering and Planning firm, is seeking a Drainage Engineer to join our Louisville, KY Team. Must have Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with 6-10+ years preferred experience of highway drainage design. KY PE licensure preferred. Successful candidates will be proficient in drainage software applications and ready to be a part of an amazing team!
- Drainage design related to roadway design.
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Proficient in Microstation and hydraulic software (HEC-RAS, StormCad, HY-8, etc.) Knowledge of Inroads/Openroads helpful.
- Ability to develop and foster client relationships.
Posted: 2/2021
Transportation Engineer
Louisville, KY
Qk4, Inc., a highly ranked Engineering and Planning firm, is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Louisville, KY Team. Must have Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 6-10+ years’ experience working in traffic forecasting, simulation, demand modeling, or related services. Kentucky PE licensure and other states preferred. Successful candidates will be proficient in traffic analysis software applications such as HCS, VISSIM and others, as well as overall project management skills, and ready to be a part of an amazing team!
- Prepares traffic forecasting/projections; microsimulation and macro traffic modeling; traffic impact studies; traffic data collection; traffic analysis; traffic signal and signing/pavement marking designs, signal timing plans, etc.
- Meets with clients and visits site to gain understanding of project requirements and assures client satisfaction throughout the life of the project. Clients can include private and public entities.
- Work in a team environment to develop innovative and cost-effective designs and solutions for our clients.
- Assist with client relations and marketing efforts.
- Requires 6-10 years of traffic analysis experience.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably Civil Engineering or related field.
- Professional Engineer licensure in Kentucky and other states preferred.
- Proficiency with HCS, VISSIM and other traffic analysis applications.
- Ability to work well with others, internal teams and clients using strong communication and organizational skills.
Senior Transportation Engineer
Knoxville, TN
Qk4, Inc., a highly ranked Engineering and Planning firm, is seeking a Sr. Civil Engineer for our Knoxville, TN office. B.S.C.E. degree from an accredited university and PE Certification are required. Ideal candidate will have between 6-10+ years experience working on TDOT roadway design and/or local government roadway design projects. Candidates should also be proficient in MSOffice, have strong verbal and written communication skills, a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the desire to take that next step in career advancement.
- Assist in managing roadway design production for contracts with our DOT partners throughout the region
- Plan, design, and analyze data on transportation design projects (roads, pedestrian trails, sidewalks, etc.)
- Roadway design calculations in accordance with current design standards and Agencies (AASHTO, KYTC, TDOT, INDOT, GDOT)
- Work in a team environment to develop innovative and cost effective designs and solutions for our clients
- Assist with client relations and marketing efforts
- Requires 6-10+ years of engineering design experience on roads and other transportation facilities
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with an emphasis in Transportation Engineering
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Tennessee (or with the ability to gain licensure within 90-days)
- Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation and Geopak
- Excellent communication and soft skills
- Ability to work well with others, share workloads, and lead other team members. Facilitator of quality work product from the roadway design team
- Dedication to deadlines and superior attention to details
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously