Designer I - Land Development

LJA•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

As a Designer at LJA Land Development, you will be responsible for assisting the design originator while investigating data for routine design efforts by applying engineering fundamentals. This position is responsible for providing project setup and design support to the project team for engineering projects.

Requirements

Minimum of technical school training in civil engineering with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience
3 or more years of extensive drafting and engineering technician experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D for civil design site/land development
Technical knowledge of CAD operations and civil engineering
Use of non-CAD Civil Engineering Design Tools (spreadsheets, Pipe System design, Stormwater design)
Effective communication skills both oral and written
Effective interpersonal skills with coworkers and public agency officials
Limited contact with outside agencies and project team members
Ability to build strong relationships
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs

Nice To Haves

Autodesk Certified Professional in Civil 3D for Infrastructure Design is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Take an entitled Site Plan and perform basic infrastructure layout
Understand and Identify construction details
Set up and maintain the project’s coordinate system with Surveying Department
Understanding of typical survey components required on the plan set
Basic Grading and Infrastructure Design
Calculate quantities and material take-offs
Redline Design/Check/QAQC plan sets for CAD Techs
Maintain and organize design Project Folders and appropriate documentation
Other assigned duties as required

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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.