Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Project Engineer Land DevelopmentLJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:Employee-owned. Client-focusedEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Consistently ranked as a Top WorkplaceInternal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industryWe celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approachOur culture champions continuous learning and personal growthWe believe success comes through constant evolution and communicationWe are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impactAs a Project Engineer at LJA Land Development, you will serve as a fully competent engineer responsible for applying conventional engineering principles to water and wastewater plant design. This role involves design calculations, plan and specification preparation, agency coordination, and supporting projects ranging from defined scopes to major phases of larger, more complex efforts.A typical day might include:Planning and designing municipal wastewater treatment and water treatment and distribution systemsDeveloping calculations, plans, specifications, and supporting documentation for water and wastewater facilitiesConceptualizing the initial design approach for a major phase of a large project or leading engineering work for projects of limited scopeCoordinating with internal clients to gather required information and ensure project alignmentScheduling and coordinating engineering tasks while addressing complex or conflicting design requirementsExercising independent judgment to adapt and modify standard engineering techniques and proceduresProviding supervision and mentoring to less experienced engineers and technical support staffSupporting project management efforts and contributing to successful project deliveryRequired education/license/certifications:Bachelor's Degree requiredRegistration as a Licensed Professional EngineerRequired qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate engineering experienceExperience with water and wastewater plant designStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholdersExperience exercising independent judgment in engineering design and problem solvingIdeally, you should also have:Water distribution modeling experiencePrevious project management experienceFamiliarity with North TexasAt LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.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.To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.