Team Lead Water Resources Engineer

Rinker Design Associates, LLC; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Career development tracks

Work-life balance

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates, LLC is seeking a Team Lead Water Resources Engineer in Waynesboro, VA. The role demands 6–10 years of water resources design experience and a PE license, leading a team and guiding drainage projects for transportation initiatives.

You will design stormwater systems, supervise hydraulic work, ensure environmental compliance, and mentor engineers in a close-knit office setup in Virginia. Sign-on bonus and growth opportunities accompany a competitive package.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in water resources design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licence.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as Ensoftec, HY-8, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, OpenRoads Designer, Ensoftec, HY-8, Microstation would be a plus.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design stormwater management systems, culverts, storm drains, and other drainage structures for roadways and bridges per applicable design requirements.
• Manage hydraulic design elements on transportation projects for DOT and Locality tasks (interstate widening, bridge projects, drainage improvements).
• Assist the Design Team with Federal, State, and Local Environmental Compliance regulations including Stormwater, Floodplain, Streams/Wetlands, MS4, and related Acts.
• Perform review, design, and field inspection of Erosion and Sediment Control in alignment with DOT and state/local requirements (DEQ Certification a plus).
• Coordinate with civil/transportation engineers, contractors, and clients to integrate drainage designs with project objectives.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, drainage calculations, and technical documents for VDOT submissions.

Skills

Team leadership

Water resources design

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Ensoftec

HY-8

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

HEC-RAS

Job description

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Department: Transportation

Location: Waynesboro, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Description

Ready to take the next step in your water resources career and lead a team?

RDA is looking for a Team Lead Water Resources Engineer with 6–10 years of experience and a PE to join our Waynesboro, VA office. This is an opportunity to stay involved in the technical work you enjoy while taking on a greater leadership role—guiding projects, mentoring engineers, and helping your team grow and succeed.

Our Waynesboro office offers a welcoming, close-knit environment where people know each other, work together, and enjoy coming to work. You’ll lead challenging drainage, stormwater, and hydrologic/hydraulic design for transportation projects across Virginia while having a real opportunity to influence your team, share your expertise, and continue growing your own career.

$10K Sign-On Bonus

What You'll Do:

• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Design: Design stormwater management systems, culverts, storm drains, and other drainage structures for roadways, highways, and bridges, in compliance with to Federal/State/Local design requirements.
• Project Management-Discipline Specific: Hydraulics: Manage the overall hydraulic design related elements on a wide-range of Transportation-type projects for DOT and Locality managed tasks. Projects will range from Interstate widening/Interchange projects, bridge replacement/widenings, and drainage improvement projects.
• Environmental Compliance: Knowledgeable to assist the Design Team to navigate through applicable Federal, State, and Local Environmental Compliance regulations. Including Stormwater Management, Floodplain Management, Streams/Wetlands, MS4, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act, etc. Holding an active and applicable Environmental Certifications would be a plus.
• Erosion and Sediment Control: Knowledgeable to perform review, design, and field construction inspection of Erosion and Sediment Control, in accordance with DOT, State, and local requirements and regulations. Holding an active DEQ Certification for Erosion and Sediment Control would be a plus.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with civil and transportation engineers, contractors, and clients to integrate drainage designs with overall project objectives.
• Technical Reporting: Prepare detailed engineering reports, drainage calculations, and technical documents for VDOT project submission.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of experience in water resources design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licence
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software, such as Ensoftec,HY-8, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software, such as HEC-RAS, OpenRoads Designer, Ensoftec, HY-8, Microstation would be a plus.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate and work with multidisciplinary teams.

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
• Paid time off, including 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Parental leave
• Professional/career development tracks
• Positive work/life balance

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.