Senior Civil Engineer

Rinker Design Associates; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401K plan

HSA

FSA

Life/AD&D/Disability

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Team culture

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates in Galax, VA is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead transportation and infrastructure projects, driving technical excellence and client engagement.

You will mentor staff, oversee designs and reviews, and collaborate with public-sector clients to expand the firm’s regional footprint while upholding quality standards and strategic initiatives. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of graphic designing and Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and related design tools.
• Understanding of ISO 9000 design requirements.
• Strong time management and analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level oversight and technical direction on complex transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record as appropriate and ensure adherence to applicable state, federal, and industry standards.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and deliverables.
• Act as a trusted advisor to key public-sector and institutional clients.
• Maintain and expand long-term client relationships throughout Virginia and the surrounding region.
• Support strategic pursuits, proposals, and interviews for major project opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior engineers, project managers, and emerging leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
• Collaborate with RDA and Trilon Group leadership on growth initiatives and integration efforts.
• Contribute to operational planning, financial performance, and resource management.
• Identify opportunities to expand services, markets, and delivery methods.

Skills

Graphic design knowledge

Time management

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

ISO 9000 understanding

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

AutoCAD

WaterCAD

KYPipe

Job description

Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 / year

Department: Water/Wastewater

Location: Galax

Description

Position SummaryThe Senior Civil Engineer is a senior leadership role responsible for technical excellence, strategic growth, and operational oversight within The Lane Group’s engineering practice. This position combines high-level project leadership, client engagement, and staff development, serving as a key contributor to both regional success and long-term organizational strategy.

$10,000 sign-on bonus!

What You’ll Do

• Provide executive-level oversight and technical direction on complex transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Serve as Engineer of Record as appropriate and ensure adherence to applicable state, federal, and industry standards.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and deliverables.
• Act as a trusted advisor to key public-sector and institutional clients.
• Maintain and expand long-term client relationships throughout Virginia and the surrounding region.
• Support strategic pursuits, proposals, and interviews for major project opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior engineers, project managers, and emerging leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
• Collaborate with Rinker Design Associates and Trilon Group leadership on growth initiatives and integration efforts.
• Contribute to operational planning, financial performance, and resource management.
• Identify opportunities to expand services, markets, and delivery methods.

What You’ll Need

• Knowledge of graphic designing is very essential utilizing the latest version of Autodesk/Civil 3D
• Knowledge of hydraulic modeling software is a plus: WaterCAD and KYPipe.
• Skill in updating, maintaining, operating and evaluating all AutoCAD software and related equipment
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring edits requested by project manager are accurate
• Able to fully understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate, access, and maintain diverse software applications
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9000 design requirements.

Why Join RDA?

• 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.