Senior Transportation Engineer - Water Resources

Senior Transportation Engineer - Water Resources

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Richmond, VA

Description

Are you a skilled water resources engineer with a passion for hydrology and hydraulic design? Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer - Water Resources to lead impactful projects and provide innovative solutions for transportation design challenges. Join a team of dedicated professionals driving excellence in infrastructure development.

Locations: Manassas, Richmond, Virginia Beach, and Waynesboro

What You'll Do

• Lead Water Resources Design Projects: Oversee hydrologic and hydraulic analysis, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, outfall analysis, and stream restoration for transportation projects.
• Drive Project Success: Lead technical discussions, team meetings, and project presentations while ensuring design objectives are met.
• Provide Design Expertise: Deliver design support across multiple moderate-sized projects and lead designs for smaller initiatives.
• Ensure Quality: Maintain high standards for deliverables and perform quality control on peers' work.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Interact with clients, agency representatives, contractors, and internal teams to achieve project goals.
• Support Project Management: Assist project managers in meeting schedules and budgets while contributing to technical excellence.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• Licensure: Registration as a P.E. in Virginia is highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in water resources and hydraulic engineering design.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of VDOT, AASHTO, FHWA, and DEQ standards, with a robust technical design background.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in design tools such as MicroStation, InRoads, Geopak, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D is preferred.
• Team and Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join RDA?

• Professional Growth: Access training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities to advance your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate and innovative team dedicated to excellence in transportation design.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with matching.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid time off, including 8 federal holidays

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
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