Graduate Engineer I - Land Development

LJA; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Options

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Support

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Community Impact

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA in Spring, Texas is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support project delivery through design and administrative tasks. You will collaborate with peers and technical experts while utilizing software like AutoCAD Civil3D and Bluebeam. The position offers a flexible work schedule and numerous opportunities for professional development.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, experience with engineering software, and strong communication skills. LJA promotes a fun culture with social events and supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Previous work experience in the engineering industry is advantageous.
• Passed the FE Exam.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical experts to perform design calculations.
• Prepare equipment or material specifications and generate technical drawings.
• Investigate existing site conditions to inform design iterations.

Skills

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Team mentality

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree from an ABET accredited university

Tools

Bluebeam

Water Resources Software (HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS)

Job description

Position Overview

As a Graduate Engineer at LJA Land Development, you will use AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and other design and production software to provide design, production, and project administrative support in the delivery of feasibilities, opinions of probable cost, studies, exhibits, construction plans, takeoffs, bid packages, models, and development support tasks for an extensive list of public and private clients. Our culture will allow you to think creatively, solve problems, and meet the needs of our clients daily.

Typical Day

• Collaborate with technical experts, peers, and support roles to perform design calculations, prepare equipment or material specifications, and generate technical drawings and exhibits.
• Expand your engineering toolbox and vocabulary to add knowledge of advanced techniques, applied theory, industry concepts, and best practices.
• Investigate a limited number of variables; supervisory assistance is provided on unusual problems and possible solutions.
• Work in an office equipped with meeting rooms, amenities, and excellent technology.
• Investigate existing site conditions, jurisdictional criteria, and constraints to inform design iterations and direction.
• Check in with your manager and other engineering mentors to identify areas of excellence and growth opportunities.
• Provide information or exhibits to inform client and internal leaders in decision making related to the execution or implementation of project objectives.

Required Education / License / Certification

• Bachelor of Science Degree from an ABET accredited university (Civil Engineering preferred).

Ideal Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Previous work experience in the engineering industry.
• Experience with Bluebeam and Water Resources Software (HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS).
• Passed the FE Exam.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team mentality.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work.
• 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.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day.