Provides engineering, planning, and consulting services across a range of industries.
Entry-level civil engineer designing water and wastewater facilities
11 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
McKinney, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Public Infrastructure
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Energy Services
Rail Services
Surveying
Construction Engineering & Inspection
Sector Specialisms
Public Works
Land Development
Transportation
Rail Services
Energy
Environmental
Surveying
Civil & Site Engineering
Role
Description
team collaboration
method application
plant design
data validation
method selection
Collaborating with team members to support project deadlines and deliverables.
Applying prescribed methods to complete limited and specific portions of broader assignments under the direction of an experienced engineer.
Performing water and wastewater plant design calculations, plan preparation, specifications, and quantity take-offs.
Adjusting and correlating data to ensure accuracy and consistency across project tasks.
Exercising limited judgment in making preliminary method selections and adopting alternatives.
Requirements
autocad
eit
bsc civil
communication
teamwork
agency processes
Recognizing discrepancies in results and following operations through a series of detailed steps or processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with Dallas-area agency approval processes.
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required.
2+ years of post-graduate experience in detailed civil design of land development water and wastewater facilities including sanitary lift stations, water plants, and wastewater treatment plants, or a Master’s degree with 1 year of experience.
Experience using AutoCAD for detailed civil design of land development water and wastewater facilities.
Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Benefits
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1972
Year Established
The company has been providing engineering and consulting services since its inception.
800+ Employees
Team Size
LJA Engineering operates with a team of over 800 skilled professionals driving innovative solutions.
LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development.
LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives.
LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities.
Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.
Culture + Values
Collaboration – We work together, across teams and locations, to bring out the best in each other.
Ingenuity – We challenge ourselves to think outside the box and create solutions that drive success.
Work‑Life Balance – We believe that caring for our people means supporting their well‑being inside and outside of work.
Opportunities to Grow – We provide professional development, mentorship, and career advancement paths for our employee‑owners.
“Work hard and play harder. We genuinely like our co‑workers, and this shows in everything we do.”
Environment + Sustainability
20% Yearly Vesting
ESOP Contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Plan contributions vest 20% annually, with full vesting after five years.
№1 Ranked Workplace
USA Today's Top Workplace
Recognized as the #1 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today based on employee-owner feedback.
Inclusion & Diversity
LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.