Graduate Engineer I - Land Development

LJA • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

As a Graduate Engineer at LJA Land Development, you will use AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and other design and production software to provide design, production, and project administrative support. Deliverables and tasks include feasibilities, opinions of probable cost, studies, exhibits, construction plans, takeoffs, bid packages, models, and development support for public and private clients. The role offers hands-on experience and collaboration with technical experts, peers, and support roles in an entrepreneurial environment focused on solving client problems.

Assignments involve investigating a limited number of variables, with supervisory assistance available for unusual problems and possible solutions. The work includes investigating existing site conditions, jurisdictional criteria, and constraints to inform design iterations, and providing information or exhibits to support client and internal leaders’ decisions about project objectives. The position is based in an office equipped with meeting rooms, amenities, and technology, with check-ins from a manager and engineering mentors to identify strengths and development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited university; Civil Engineering is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Previous work experience in the engineering industry.
• Experience with Bluebeam and water resources software, including HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS.
• Passed the FE Exam.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team mentality.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical experts, peers, and support roles to perform design calculations, prepare equipment or material specifications, and generate technical drawings and exhibits.
• Use design and production software to provide design, production, and project administrative support for project deliverables and development support tasks.
• Investigate existing site conditions, jurisdictional criteria, and constraints to inform design iterations and direction.
• Provide information or exhibits to inform client and internal leaders’ decisions related to executing or implementing project objectives.
• Develop knowledge of advanced techniques, applied theory, industry concepts, and best practices.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Flexible work options and schedules.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Multiple health and dental plan options, pet coverage, and mental health support.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses.
• Referral bonuses.
• Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Memberships to industry organizations.
• Internal mobility and career growth opportunities.
• LJA social events, employee sports teams, and bring-your-kid-to-work day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level