Design Engineer II - Land Development
- LJA ENGINEERING, INC.
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Full Time
Design Engineer II - Land Development
Title:
Design Engineer II
Division:
Nashville Land Development
ELEVATE YOUR CAREER WITH US
LJA is seeking a dedicated Design Engineer to support our Land Development team. This role is designed to help you achieve your full career potential by enhancing your professional development, excelling in your strengths, and fostering growth in new areas. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects that align with your interests, drive, and skills. Our team is highly motivated, enthusiastic about learning, and ready to take responsibility for projects. At LJA, you'll experience a culture of camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusivity, where you'll be part of something bigger. We maintain a supportive and encouraging environment, promoting mutual support and growth.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS
At LJA, you will find the best of both worlds. LJA brings over 60 years of experience in engineering, planning, and surveying in the Southeast Region, offering opportunities to work on exciting projects for renowned regional brands. LJA complements this with its expertise across eight major market sectors, with over 80 office locations in nine states, providing numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Our organizational structure is designed to empower you and facilitate a smoother path to successful project completion.
SUMMARY
Performs civil engineering work including developmental assignments involving the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out routine engineering tasks under close supervision.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE
Our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will require you to think creatively, solve problems and meet the needs of our clients daily. A typical day might include the following:
Responsible for designing specific system components for the overall design effort.
Performs design calculations, prepares equipment or material specifications, and provides direction to technical support or drafting personnel.
Preparing estimates of probable construction cost.
Determines additional information that is needed from internal clients and coordinates them directly with LJA.
Being familiar with Agency Submittals/Approvals as it applies to the project.
Using general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas.
Interacting with outside agencies and project team members.
Carrying out assigned duties as required.
Applies prescribed methods to complete specific portions of the broader assignment of a professional engineer.
Adjusts and correlates data.
Recognizes discrepancies in results and follows operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
May exercise judgment in making preliminary method selections and the adoption of alternatives.
"MUST HAVE" QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science, in Civil Engineering.
2+ years of post-graduate experience in land development civil engineering.
Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE
Certified Engineer-in-Training
Passed the PE exam
Experience with WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD, ICPR4, HEC-RAS, or other engineering software.
Previous work experience in an AEC related firm.
OWN YOUR FUTURE AT LJA
As a 100% employee-owned company, LJA Engineering, Inc. promotes an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 60 office locations, and over 3,000 employee-owners, LJA is growing and looking for talented people to join our team and grow their futures with us.
LJA is consistently ranked as a #1 Top Workplace and recognized as one of the Top Firms in the industry. We offer exceptional benefits that promote the health and financial security of our employee-owners and their families. A few of our benefits include:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Optional Flexible Work Schedule
Paid time off and holidays (including an office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day)
Health, dental and vision plans with options
Paid maternity and parental leave
Education and tuition reimbursement programs
Referral bonus program
Learn more at ;br>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (AI) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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Dice Id:
91150576
Position Id:
7963e12d493057c57d8cf350ff24d7c4
Title:
Design Engineer II
Division:
Nashville Land Development
ELEVATE YOUR CAREER WITH US
LJA is seeking a dedicated Design Engineer to support our Land Development team. This role is designed to help you achieve your full career potential by enhancing your professional development, excelling in your strengths, and fostering growth in new areas. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects that align with your interests, drive, and skills. Our team is highly motivated, enthusiastic about learning, and ready to take responsibility for projects. At LJA, you'll experience a culture of camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusivity, where you'll be part of something bigger. We maintain a supportive and encouraging environment, promoting mutual support and growth.
OPPORTUNITY AWAITS
At LJA, you will find the best of both worlds. LJA brings over 60 years of experience in engineering, planning, and surveying in the Southeast Region, offering opportunities to work on exciting projects for renowned regional brands. LJA complements this with its expertise across eight major market sectors, with over 80 office locations in nine states, providing numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Our organizational structure is designed to empower you and facilitate a smoother path to successful project completion.
SUMMARY
Performs civil engineering work including developmental assignments involving the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out routine engineering tasks under close supervision.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE
Our exciting and entrepreneurial culture will require you to think creatively, solve problems and meet the needs of our clients daily. A typical day might include the following:
Responsible for designing specific system components for the overall design effort.
Performs design calculations, prepares equipment or material specifications, and provides direction to technical support or drafting personnel.
Preparing estimates of probable construction cost.
Determines additional information that is needed from internal clients and coordinates them directly with LJA.
Being familiar with Agency Submittals/Approvals as it applies to the project.
Using general mathematical skills to manipulate standard design formulas.
Interacting with outside agencies and project team members.
Carrying out assigned duties as required.
Applies prescribed methods to complete specific portions of the broader assignment of a professional engineer.
Adjusts and correlates data.
Recognizes discrepancies in results and follows operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
May exercise judgment in making preliminary method selections and the adoption of alternatives.
"MUST HAVE" QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science, in Civil Engineering.
2+ years of post-graduate experience in land development civil engineering.
Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE
Certified Engineer-in-Training
Passed the PE exam
Experience with WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD, ICPR4, HEC-RAS, or other engineering software.
Previous work experience in an AEC related firm.
OWN YOUR FUTURE AT LJA
As a 100% employee-owned company, LJA Engineering, Inc. promotes an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 60 office locations, and over 3,000 employee-owners, LJA is growing and looking for talented people to join our team and grow their futures with us.
LJA is consistently ranked as a #1 Top Workplace and recognized as one of the Top Firms in the industry. We offer exceptional benefits that promote the health and financial security of our employee-owners and their families. A few of our benefits include:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Optional Flexible Work Schedule
Paid time off and holidays (including an office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day)
Health, dental and vision plans with options
Paid maternity and parental leave
Education and tuition reimbursement programs
Referral bonus program
Learn more at ;br>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (AI) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Report this job
Dice Id:
91150576
Position Id:
7963e12d493057c57d8cf350ff24d7c4
Job ID: 482219405
Originally Posted on: 6/21/2025
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