Project Engineer - Transportation; Roadway

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As a Project Engineer at LJA Transportation
, you will be responsible for design calculations, preparing plans, and developing schematic designs for GDOT, local government, and regional infrastructure projects while collaborating with team members, clients, and consultants. You’ll apply advanced engineering principles and exercise independent judgment, in a supportive, team-oriented culture.

• Perform design calculations, prepare plans, and direct schematic designs for GDOT, local government, and other projects around the region.
• Use advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices.
• Interact with task leaders, team members, clients, and other consultants.
• Exercise judgment in independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Mentor direct reports and convey knowledge to others.
• Participate in team lunches/breakfasts and social activities.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Georgia preferred as starting point)

• 5+ years of experience with Micro Station, in Roads (or Open Roads) and GDOT procedures
• Effective communication skills to engage with fellow employee-owners

• Experience with Bentley ORD
• Experience with Large-Scale GDOT Projects or Programs
• Experience and relationships with various GA cities and other agencies
• Advanced skills in specialized software programs
• Technical training experience

At 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. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health, dental, and pet plans with mental health support.
• Family Support:
  Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Education Support:
  Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses.
• Referral Bonuses:
  Reward for helping us grow.
• Community Impact:
  Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development:
  Memberships to industry organizations.
• Career Growth:
  Internal mobility opportunities.
• Fun Culture:
  Social events, employee sports teams, and more.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies without a signed service agreement. Unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA’s property.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Civil Engineering

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