LJA
Designer II – Land Development
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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
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 each 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 Designer II at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for design work for a project by applying engineering fundamentals under the direct supervision of the Project Engineer/Manager.
Typical Day
Prepare engineer’s estimate
Understand standard construction materials and choose appropriate specifications
Design storm systems and stormwater management, applying different criteria
Advanced grading and infrastructure design
Generate dirt calculations considering stripping and compaction factors
Familiar with agency submittals/approvals as it applies to the project
Have general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas
Conduct site visits to review and determine compliance of construction with design
Redline design/QAQC plan sets for CAD Techs
Other assigned duties as required
Required Education / Licenses / Certifications
Minimum of four‑year degree in Civil or related Environmental Engineering with 2 semesters of computer‑aided drafting coursework or equivalent experience
EIT Certified or obtainable within one year
Required Qualifications
5+ years of extensive drafting and engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for detailed civil design, site/land development
Technical knowledge of CAD operations and civil engineering
Use of non‑CAD civil engineering design tools (spreadsheets, pipe system design, stormwater design)
Effective communication skills both oral and written
Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers and public agency officials
Moderate contact with outside agencies and project team members
Ability to build strong relationships
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs
Benefits
Generous time off: PTO, paid holidays, full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
Comprehensive benefits: multiple plan options for health, dental, pets, along with mental health support
Family support: paid maternity and parental leave
Education support: tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses from Learning and Development team
Referral bonuses: reward for recruiting talent
Community impact: company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
Professional development: memberships to industry organizations
Career growth: internal mobility opportunities
Fun culture: social events, 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.
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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
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 each 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 Designer II at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for design work for a project by applying engineering fundamentals under the direct supervision of the Project Engineer/Manager.
Typical Day
Prepare engineer’s estimate
Understand standard construction materials and choose appropriate specifications
Design storm systems and stormwater management, applying different criteria
Advanced grading and infrastructure design
Generate dirt calculations considering stripping and compaction factors
Familiar with agency submittals/approvals as it applies to the project
Have general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas
Conduct site visits to review and determine compliance of construction with design
Redline design/QAQC plan sets for CAD Techs
Other assigned duties as required
Required Education / Licenses / Certifications
Minimum of four‑year degree in Civil or related Environmental Engineering with 2 semesters of computer‑aided drafting coursework or equivalent experience
EIT Certified or obtainable within one year
Required Qualifications
5+ years of extensive drafting and engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for detailed civil design, site/land development
Technical knowledge of CAD operations and civil engineering
Use of non‑CAD civil engineering design tools (spreadsheets, pipe system design, stormwater design)
Effective communication skills both oral and written
Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers and public agency officials
Moderate contact with outside agencies and project team members
Ability to build strong relationships
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs
Benefits
Generous time off: PTO, paid holidays, full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
Comprehensive benefits: multiple plan options for health, dental, pets, along with mental health support
Family support: paid maternity and parental leave
Education support: tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses from Learning and Development team
Referral bonuses: reward for recruiting talent
Community impact: company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
Professional development: memberships to industry organizations
Career growth: internal mobility opportunities
Fun culture: social events, 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.
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