Drainage Engineer - $10K Sign-On Bonus

Mannik Smith Group; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan; Roth

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life, AD&D, disability

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates is seeking a Drainage Engineer to join the Transportation team in Blacksburg, VA. The role supports planning, analysis, and design of stormwater and drainage systems for roadway and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of drainage experience, an EIT is preferred, and familiarity with VDOT/DEQ/FEMA standards. The position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years drainage, stormwater or water resources experience.
• EIT certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Familiarity with VDOT Drainage Manual, DEQ, FEMA, and AASHTO standards.
• Experience with Flowmaster, Ensoft, MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Assist hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and drainage design for transportation projects.
• Prepare drainage reports, calculations, and supporting docs.
• Develop storm sewer layouts, culverts, ditch grading, and erosion control plans.
• Utilize Flowmaster and MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer software.
• Support floodplain and watershed analyses per relevant regulations.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in field investigations and site visits.
• Assist with permit applications and technical reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects.

Skills

2+ years drainage expertise

Regulatory knowledge (VDOT/DEQ/FEMA/AH

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Tools

Flowmaster

Ensoft

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Rinker Design Associates is seeking a Drainage Engineer to join the Transportation team in Blacksburg, VA. The role supports planning, analysis, and design of stormwater and drainage systems for roadway and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of drainage experience, an EIT is preferred, and familiarity with VDOT/DEQ/FEMA standards. The position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and competitive benefits.