Design Engineer II - Land Development

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Lja
Provides engineering, planning, and consulting services across a range of industries.
Lead business development and design for land development projects in West Texas.
12 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Dallas, 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
data validation
design calculations
component design
method selection
specification prep
team collaboration
  • Adjusting and correlating data to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Performing design calculations, preparing equipment or material specifications, and providing direction to technical support or drafting personnel.
  • Exercising limited judgment in making preliminary method selections and adopting alternatives.
  • Applying prescribed methods to complete limited and specific portions of broader engineering assignments.
  • Collaborating closely with team members and senior engineers to meet project deadlines and maintain quality standards.
  • Designing specific system components as part of the overall project design effort.
What you bring
civil engineering
2+ years
land development
design standards
communication
teamwork
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships within a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience working on multidisciplinary land development projects.
  • Familiarity with design standards and municipal approval processes in the region.
  • 2+ years of single-family land development experience required.
  • Recognizing discrepancies in results and following operations through a series of related detailed steps or processes.
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
Benefits
  • 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.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
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.
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