Graduate Engineer II - Water Resources

LJA • Fort Worth, TX

10d

About The Position

As a Graduate Engineer II at LJA Land Development, you will
be responsible for supporting drainage and floodplain analyses, drainage design,
and review services for municipal clients across the DFW metroplex. You will
also collaborate internally with LJA project managers to deliver these same
services for our land development, transportation, and planning and landscape
architecture teams. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on
experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, design, and project delivery
while working closely with experienced engineers and technical staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field required.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) required.
• Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, detention design, FEMA Letters of Map Change, and Floodplain Fill Mitigation Plans.
• Proficiency in HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HY-8, and Flow Master.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field preferred.
• Experience with GeoHECRAS, GeoHECHMS, CADD, and ArcGIS.
• Familiarity with advanced dynamic H&H modeling platforms such as XPSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, ICPR4 (Stormwise), unsteady flow, and/or 2D HEC-RAS modeling.
• Experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve engineering problems or improve workflow efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Applying basic hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) principles using appropriate modeling applications.
• Conducting multiple H&H studies in support of land development and municipal projects.
• Reviewing project requirements and preparing models for analysis.
• Performing hydraulic calculations and providing direction to technical support or drafting personnel.
• Investigating limited variables and receiving supervisory guidance on unusual problems or potential solutions.
• Coordinating with internal clients to obtain necessary project data.
• Making preliminary decisions regarding conceptual alternative project solutions.
• Communicating effectively with internal LJA personnel involved in projects.
• Providing input to Project Managers on project scopes and budgets.
• Assisting in preparing presentation materials for clients.
• Collaborating effectively with team members, Project Managers, Task Leads, and supervisors.
• Following direction well and demonstrating autonomy in executing assigned tasks.

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.

What This Job Offers

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