Designer I - Land Development

LJA Engineering, Inc.; The Woodlands, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Support

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Community Impact

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA Engineering, Inc. in The Woodlands, TX seeks a Designer (Land Development) to support the design originator, apply Civil 3D fundamentals, and assist with data analysis for routine design tasks. The role includes project setup, design support, and documentation management within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include basic infrastructure layout, identifying construction details, and coordinating with surveying and project teams to ensure accurate, timely CAD deliverables.

Qualifications

• Technical School training in civil engineering with CAD coursework.
• Autodesk Civil 3D certification is a plus but not required.
• At least 3 years of drafting/engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Assist design originator and set up project coordination with Surveying Department.
• Perform basic infrastructure layout and identify construction details.
• Maintain project folders and documentation; support QA/QC of CAD plans.
• Coordinate with project team and public agency officials as needed.

Skills

Drafting proficiency

CAD operations

Interpersonal skills

Written & oral communication

Education

Technical school training in civil engineering

Autodesk Civil 3D Certification (optional)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Excel

Job description

The Woodlands, TX
480 Wildwood Forest Dr
Suite 250
The Woodlands, TX 77380, USA

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee-owned. Client-focused


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace


• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry


• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach


• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth


• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication


• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Designer at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for assists the design originator while investigating data for routine design efforts by applying engineering fundamentals. This position is responsible for providing project setup and design support to the project team for engineering projects.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Take an entitled Site Plan and perform basic infrastructure layout


• Understand and Identify construction details


• Set up and maintain the project’s coordinate system with Surveying Department


• Understanding of typical survey components required on the plan set


• Basic Grading and Infrastructure Design


• Calculate quantities and material take-offs


• Redline Design/Check/QAQC plan sets for CAD Techs


• Maintain and organize design Project Folders and appropriate documentation


• Other assigned duties as required

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of technical school training in civil engineering with courses in computer‑aided drafting or equivalent experience


• Autodesk Certified Professional in Civil 3D for Infrastructure Design is a plus, but not required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 or more years of extensive drafting and engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design site/land development


• Technical knowledge of CAD operations and civil engineering


• Use of non-CAD Civil Engineering Design Tools (spreadsheets, Pipe System design, Stormwater design)


• Effective communication skills both oral and written


• Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers and public agency officials


• Limited contact with outside agencies and project team members


• Ability to build strong relationships


• Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.


• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.


• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.


• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.


• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.


• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.


• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.


• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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