Graduate Engineer III - Transportation

LJA, Inc. / LJA Services, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Mental health support

Family leave (maternity & parental)

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Professional development memberships

Internal mobility opportunities

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA, Inc. is seeking a Graduate Engineer III in Transportation to build a strong career foundation and broaden technical skills across multiple disciplines.

The role includes peer learning, mentorship, and opportunities to advance toward professional licensure with company-backed PE exam prep and license renewal support. Typical responsibilities involve design calculations, creating plans and schematics for state transportation projects, collaborating with engineers and clients, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• Experience with MicroStation ORD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform design calculations, prepare plans and schematic designs for transportation projects across states.
• Contribute to high-profile interstate corridors and multi-discipline arterial projects for government clients.
• Engage in peer learning, mentoring, and knowledge sharing; develop and apply advanced techniques.

Skills

MicroStation ORD

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

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 Graduate Engineer III at LJA Transportation, will allow you to develop a strong career foundation, expand your base skills into a larger repertoire of technical tools across multiple disciplines and be assigned project roles that best fit your interests, drive, and skill. The structure of our organization is designed to maximize your development through peer learning, communication & organization enhancement courses, mentor programs, and diverse discipline opportunities, resulting in advancement specific to your individual performance. When the time comes, LJA will assist you with your preparation for the PE Exam by covering the costs of a one-time prep class and pay for the annual license renewal once you have it.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and preparing schematic designs on transportation projects across the state
• Contribute to a variety of projects including high profile interstate corridors and multi discipline arterial projects for State and local government projects.
• Learning/Teaching in a peer-setting.
• Gaining key experience working directly with professional engineers.
• Developing/using advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices.
• Interact with clients and other consultants.
• Team lunches/breakfasts and social activities

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• Experience with MicroStation ORD

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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