Drainage Engineer

Rinker Design Associates; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates (RDA) seeks a motivated Drainage Engineer with 2+ years of experience to join our Transportation team in Blacksburg, Virginia. In this role, you'll support the planning, analysis, and design of stormwater and drainage systems for roadway projects, contributing to safety and sustainability.

You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, prepare drainage reports, and assist with permits and field investigations. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of drainage, stormwater, or water resources experience.
• EIT preferred or ability to obtain.
• Experience with drainage software and regulatory standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for drainage systems on transportation projects.
• Prepare drainage reports, calculations, and documentation.
• Develop storm sewer layouts, culvert designs, ditch grading, erosion control plans.
• Use Flowmaster/OpenFlows and MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.
• Support floodplain analyses per VDOT, DEQ, FEMA, and local rules.
• Coordinate with managers, clients, regulators; assist with field visits and reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification preferred

Tools

Flowmaster (OpenFlows)

Ensoft MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Department: Transportation

Location: Blacksburg, VA

Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000 / year

Description

Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is seeking a motivated Drainage 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.