Mid-level Civil Design Engineer

About the role

LJB Engineering is a national, multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with multiple business lines including Transportation, Water Resources, Geospatial and Site Design, Buildings Structure Design and Safety/Fall Protection Design/Installation. Our diverse expertise, client base, and geographies have enabled LJB to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries. We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time Mid-Level Design Engineer position in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Essential Functions

• Develop engineering designs for projects from preliminary concepts through final design.
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, and final bid packages.
• Cook with client technical staff and project managers throughout project delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers in the development of final design and construction plans.
• Cook design activities and meetings among design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.
• Contribute to project decisions related to technical approaches, cost, and schedule performance.
• Participate in professional organizations and industry-related activities.

Required Qualifications

• MID-LEVEL DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license 4–9 years of relevant engineering design experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with state or local DOTs
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Core Skills

• Engineering design and plan development
• Specifications and cost estimating
• Client and stakeholder coordination
• Project scheduling and technical decision-making
• Mentorship and team collaboration
• Design-bid-build and design-build project support

Benefits

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Pay

Salary Range: $85,000 – $140,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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Why Join LJB?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure and site design projects while working alongside a multidisciplinary team with broad technical expertise. LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed.

Keywords

Mid-Level Design Engineer, Civil Engineer, Professional Engineer, PE, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Land Development, Site Design