Graduate Engineer I - H&H

About the role

LJA is a 100% employee‑owned firm that values respect, collaboration, and continuous learning. With an internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a dedicated marketing department, the company offers flexibility, hands‑on experience, and exposure to a broad range of public and private clients. As a Graduate Engineer in the Land Development practice, you will use AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and other design and production software to support feasibilities, cost opinions, studies, exhibits, construction plans, takeoffs, bid packages, models, and development tasks.

Responsibilities

• 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 by learning advanced techniques, applied theory, industry concepts, and best practices.
• Investigate a limited set of variables, receiving supervisory assistance on unusual problems and potential solutions.
• Work in an office equipped with meeting rooms, amenities, and modern technology.
• Investigate existing site conditions, jurisdictional criteria, and constraints to inform design iterations and direction.
• Participate in regular check‑ins with your manager and engineering mentors to identify areas of excellence and growth opportunities.
• Provide information or exhibits to support client and internal decision‑making related to project execution and implementation.

Requirements

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

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 Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team‑oriented mentality.

Benefits

• Flexible work options and schedules to help balance life and work.
• Generous time off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and pet plans, plus mental‑health support.
• Family support: paid maternity and parental leave.
• Education support: tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses through the Learning & Development team.
• Referral bonuses for recommending great talent.
• Community impact: company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional development: memberships to industry organizations.
• Career growth: strong internal mobility opportunities.
• Fun culture: social events, employee sports teams, “bring your kid to work” days, and more.

Schedule

The role offers flexible work schedules designed to help you balance personal and professional responsibilities.