Graduate Engineer II - Water Resources
Lja
Support drainage & floodplain analyses, modeling, design for municipal and land development projects.
12 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Fort Worth, 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
What you would be doing
hydraulic calculations
hydrologic modeling
h&h studies
model preparation
project data
presentation prep
- Assisting in preparing presentation materials for clients.
- Collaborating effectively with team members, Project Managers, Task Leads, and supervisors.
- Reviewing project requirements and preparing models for analysis.
- Performing hydraulic calculations and providing direction to technical support or drafting personnel.
- Applying basic hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) principles using appropriate modeling applications.
- Making preliminary decisions regarding conceptual alternative project solutions.
- Investigating limited variables and receiving supervisory guidance on unusual problems or potential solutions.
- Coordinating with internal clients to obtain necessary project data.
- Providing input to Project Managers on project scopes and budgets.
- Communicating effectively with internal LJA personnel involved in projects.
- Conducting multiple H&H studies in support of land development and municipal projects.
What you bring
hec-ras
arcgis
ai
eit
bsc civil
xpswmm
- Following direction well and demonstrating autonomy in executing assigned tasks.
- Proficiency in HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HY-8, and Flow Master.
- Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate within a team environment.
- Experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve engineering problems or improve workflow efficiency.
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with GeoHECRAS, GeoHECHMS, CADD, and ArcGIS.
- Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, detention design, FEMA Letters of Map Change, and Floodplain Fill Mitigation Plans.
- Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required.
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field required.
- Familiarity with advanced dynamic H&H modeling platforms such as XPSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, ICPR4 (Stormwise), unsteady flow, and/or 2D HEC-RAS modeling.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- 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.
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
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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.
- 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.”
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.
- LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
- Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.
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