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: 8/2021
Civil Engineer in Training
Louisville, KY
Under supervision of a professional engineer, performs specific tasks on assigned projects.
- Works on civil/site projects including preparation of site layout, grading, drainage, and erosion control plans.
- Assist in the preparation or modification of project reports, plans, designs, specifications.
- Analyzes reports, maps, and drawings to plan and design projects.
- May assist in client contact and communications and attend client meetings.
- Accompany Engineers to site visits as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
- Engineer-in-Training Certification required.
- 3-5 years’ experience on related projects.
- Ability to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Must be detail oriented, with proven ability to manage time and meet project deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Posted: 8/2021
Transportation Engineer / Native American Services
Louisville, KY
As a professional engineer, assists in managing roadway design production for projects within Native American Services.
- Design a variety of roadway project types including but not limited to roadways, bridges, sidewalks, trails, roundabouts and intersection improvements.
- Collaborate with project team members, client representatives and agencies to resolve project complexities.
- Perform roadway design calculations in accordance with current design standards and agencies.
- Supervise the work of project team members including less experienced engineers, technical support staff.
- Prepare and review reports, maps, and drawings to plan and design projects.
- Foster marketing efforts and cultivate client relationships.
- Maintain client contact, communications and attend client meetings.
- Conduct project site visits as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Kentucky.
- Additional Professional Engineer (PE) registrations desired.
- 6-10+ years of engineering design experience on roads and other transportation facilities.
- Previous work with Native American communities/projects preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Must be detail oriented, with proven ability to manage time and meet project deadlines.
- Technical aptitude: Proficient in Bentley MicroStation, other engineering software applications and Microsoft Office Suite.
Posted: 8/2021
Transportation Engineer
Louisville, KY
As a professional engineer, assists in managing roadway design production for contracts with our DOT partners throughout the region.
- Plan, design and analyze data for transportation design projects using computer assisted engineering and design software.
- Collaborate with project team members, client representatives and agencies to resolve project complexities.
- Perform roadway design calculations in accordance with current design standards and agencies.
- Supervise the work of project team members including less experienced engineers, technical support staff.
- Analyze reports, maps, and drawings to plan and design projects.
- Foster marketing efforts and cultivate client relationships.
- Maintain client contact, communications and attend client meetings.
- Conduct project site visits as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Kentucky.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in TN and IN desired.
- 6-10+ years of engineering design experience on roads and other transportation facilities.
- KYTC, INDOT, TDOT project experience preferred.
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- • Must be detail oriented, with proven ability to manage time and meet project deadlines.
- Technical aptitude: Proficient in Bentley MicroStation, Geopak, In Roads and Open Roads engineering software applications and Microsoft Office Suite.
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: 2021
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