[Hiring] Senior Civil Engineer @LJB

Role Description

LJB Inc. is seeking candidates to fill the position of Senior-level Design Engineer to serve a varied client base and help expand our Municipal, transportation, and water/sewer sector in the Maine and New Hampshire regions. We are open to fully remote candidates located in the state of Maine or New Hampshire.

• Plan and design a wide range of municipal projects.
• Marketing - Capital Project Discovery with current and future municipal clients to help build the team’s project pipeline.
• Prepare, review, and manage scope of services, budgets, schedules and subconsultant efforts.
• Draft and negotiate proposals and agreements for complete projects.
• Manage multiple projects and delegate tasks to multiple staff.
• Develop day-to-day schedules for staff and manage project budgets.
• Independently perform, evaluate, and review engineering calculations and analyze.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, permit applications, bid documents and other typical written communication.
• Review and troubleshoot plans, hydrologic and hydraulic models, and calculations.
• Conduct and prepare concise peer reviews of subdivision and site plan review permit applications submitted to municipal clients for approval.
• Review, understand, and interpret design guidelines, specifications, ordinances, and rules and regulations associated with municipal projects.
• Attend and present at design team, client and regulatory review meetings.
• Interact/communicate with staff, team members, clients, contractors, and regulatory officials.
• Manage schedules and deliverables to exceed Client expectations.
• Process invoices, prepare Contract Amendments, and manage receivables.
• Receive guidance and supervision relating to overall project objectives, critical issues, new concepts, policy matters and unusual design conditions and developments.
• Desire to innovate and solve difficult problems from inception to final deliverable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• PE Certification.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards.
• Knowledge of state and federal permitting requirements.

Requirements

• Experience with design and plan production in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and BlueBeam.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong client relationship skills.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $92,000 - $130,000 upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.
• View our 2026 Benefits Summary.

Company Description

LJB Inc. is a fast-growing national engineering firm specializing in civil and structural engineering and geospatial, safety, health, and environmental services. The firm has a 50+ year history of leveraging new technologies to drive innovation and bring unique and sustainable value to our clients.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed.