LJA Engineering Inc

Project Engineer - Transportation (Roadway)

LJA Engineering Inc$75K — $95K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Tennessee preferred
  • 5+ years of experience with MicroStation, Geopak (or Open Roads) and TDOT procedures
  • Effective communication skills to engage with team members
  • Experience with Bentley ORD is ideal

Responsibilities

  • Perform design calculations and prepare plans for TDOT and local government projects
  • Direct schematic designs for regional infrastructure projects
  • Collaborate with clients and consultants on project development
  • Independently evaluate and select appropriate techniques and procedures
  • Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge across the team
  • Participate in team lunches and social activities

Benefits

  • Generous time off including PTO and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and pet insurance options including mental health support
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and in-house training programs
  • Referral bonuses for successful talent acquisition
  • Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
  • Membership coverage for industry-related organizations
  • Opportunities for internal career growth
  • Engaging social events and family-friendly activities
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Project Engineer at LJA Transportation, you will be responsible for design calculations, preparing plans, and developing schematic designs for TDOT, local government, and regional infrastructure projects while collaborating with team members, clients, and consultants. You'll apply advanced engineering principles and exercise independent judgment - all while enjoying a supportive, team-oriented culture.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
  • Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and directing schematic designs for TDOT, local government, and other projects around the region.
  • Using advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices.
  • Interacting with task leaders, team members, clients, and other consultants.
  • Exercising judgment in independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Mentoring direct reports, and conveying knowledge to others
  • Team lunches/breakfasts and social activities

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (Tennessee preferred as starting point)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5+ years of experience with MicroStation, Geopak (or Open Roads) and TDOT procedures
  • Effective communication skills to engage with other employee-owners.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:
  • Experience with Bentley ORD
  • Experience with Large Scale TDOT Projects or Programs
  • Experience and relationships with various TN cities and other agencies
  • Advanced skills in specialized software programs
  • Technical Training Experience

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.

About LJA Engineering Inc

LJA Engineering is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that provides civil, structural, and transportation engineering services to public and private clients. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas and has offices throughout Texas and Louisiana. LJA Engineering's services include planning, design, and construction management for infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, airports, and water and wastewater systems.
Learn more about LJA Engineering Inc
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1972

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