Rinker Design Associates, a DRMP company, Powered by Trilon (RDA) is seeking a motivated Water Resources Engineer with 2+ years of experience to join our Transportation team. In this role, you'll support the planning, analysis, and design of stormwater and drainage systems for roadway and infrastructure projects. Working alongside experienced engineers and project managers, you'll contribute to projects that enhance safety, sustainability, and community connectivity.
If you enjoy solving complex water resource challenges and want to grow your career with a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
What You'll Do:
Assist in the hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and design of stormwater management and drainage systems for transportation projects.
Prepare drainage reports, calculations, and supporting documentation.
Develop storm sewer layouts, culvert designs, ditch grading, and erosion and sediment control plans.
Utilize engineering software such as Flowmaster (OpenFlows), Ensoft MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.
Support floodplain and watershed analyses in accordance with VDOT, DEQ, FEMA, and local requirements.
Coordinate with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies to support project delivery.
Participate in field investigations and site visits as needed.
Assist with preparing permit applications and technical reports.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality transportation projects.
What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
2+ years of experience in drainage, stormwater, or water resources engineering.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or ability to obtain.
Familiarity with VDOT Drainage Manual, DEQ regulations, FEMA requirements, and AASHTO standards preferred.
Experience with Ensoft, Flowmaster, MicroStation, and/or OpenRoads Designer is preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively within a team environment.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Why Join RDA?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
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
Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
Parental leave
Supportive team culture
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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Blacksburg, Virginia
Salary
$80,000–$110,000 Per Year
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Bentley MicroStationunmatched
Civil Engineeringunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
Engineering Softwareunmatched
Federal Emergency Management Agencyunmatched
Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Hydrologyunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Stormwater Managementunmatched
Sustainabilityunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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