Graduate Engineer II - Water/Wastewater

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER

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 Graduate Engineer II at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for performing entry-level professional engineering work involving the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out routine engineering tasks under close supervision. You will support project teams by performing design calculations, preparing plans and specifications, and assisting with the development of water and wastewater plant projects. This role provides hands-on experience and the opportunity to work closely with senior engineers to advance your technical and professional growth.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Applying prescribed methods to complete limited and specific portions of broader assignments under the direction of an experienced engineer.
• Performing water and wastewater plant design calculations, plan preparation, specifications, and quantity take-offs.
• Adjusting and correlating data to ensure accuracy and consistency across project tasks.
• Recognizing discrepancies in results and following operations through a series of detailed steps or processes.
• Exercising limited judgment in making preliminary method selections and adopting alternatives.
• Collaborating with team members to support project deadlines and deliverables.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of post-graduate experience in detailed civil design of land development water and wastewater facilities including sanitary lift stations, water plants, and wastewater treatment plants, or a Master’s degree with 1 year of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively within a collaborative team environment.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:

• Experience using AutoCAD for detailed civil design of land development water and wastewater facilities.
• Familiarity with Dallas-area agency approval processes.

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.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.