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LJA · 11 hours ago

Structural Engineer - Transportation

Katy, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

LJA is an employee-owned company that provides opportunities for career growth and collaboration among skilled leaders. As a Structural Engineer in Transportation, you will design and develop concrete and steel structures for various clients, while mentoring junior staff in a supportive team environment.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and developing design documents for clients such as MUDs, LIDs, TxDOT, and other governmental + private entities

Design of concrete and steel civil structures such as retaining walls, lift stations, stormwater pump stations, wastewater treatment plants, levee & related infrastructure improvements

Interacting with task leaders, multi-discipline team members, clients, and other consultants

Provide structural support for other LJA sectors such as Land Development, Rail, H&H, and Energy

Exercising judgment in independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria

Mentoring direct reports, and conveying knowledge to others

Team lunches/breakfasts and social activities

Qualification

Civil Engineering DegreeLicensed Professional EngineerStructural Design SoftwareAASHTO LRFDACI Design MethodologyLarge Scale ProjectsTechnical Training ExperienceEffective CommunicationMentoring SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering

Licensed as a Professional Engineer

Effective communication skills to engage with other employee-owners

Experience with structural governing codes and specifications such as AASHTO LRFD, ACI, AISC, or IBC

Preferred

Master of Science Degree in Structural Engineering

Experience with Large Scale TxDOT or Public Works projects

Familiarity with ACI 350 design methodology

Advanced skills in specialized structural design or analysis software programs

Technical Training Experience

TxDOT Pre-certifications

Benefits

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.

Company

LJA

Glassdoor4.2

Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.

Founded in 1972

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.lja.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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