Title: Rail Graduate Engineer

Division: Rail

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary: The candidate will be involved with rail design, calculations, plan preparation, specifications, and quantity take-offs.

General Responsibilities:

• Design of horizontal and vertical alignments for rail tracks
• Design of drainage systems to support rail projects
• Develop plan set suitable for construction
• Obtains project information from other LJA personnel as directed.
• Uses templates to prepare draft memos and reports for an experienced engineer to use for re-write.
• Perform a variety of routine tasks, which provide familiarity with the programs, staff, and operating procedures of the company
• Receive regular training to learn the design of freight rail projects
• Potential for field construction management and inspection activities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is required
• Eligible to take the PE Exam within the next 3 years

Required Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of experience 
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Rail Experience a plus
• Microstation