Project Engineer - Transportation

Griffin, GA
350 Airport Rd
Griffin, GA 30224, USA

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-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

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

• Performing design calculations, preparing plans, and directing schematic designs for, but not limited to, local government, commercial, and industrial projects.
• Using advanced techniques, theory, precepts, and practices.
• Interacting with task leaders, team members, clients, and other consultants.
• Exercising judgment in independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Mentoring direct reports, and conveying knowledge to others.
• Performing other duties as assigned to support project needs.

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

• 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Technical knowledge of CAD operations and engineering specialty discipline
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers
• Must be adaptable to changes in work assignments as project needs evolve.

• 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! 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.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

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