Traffic/Roadway Engineer

Rinker Design Associates; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

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

Supportive team culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Rinker Design Associates in Glen Allen, Virginia is seeking a motivated Traffic/Roadway Engineer to join our Transportation team, contributing to planning, design, and delivery of roadway and traffic projects across Virginia and beyond. You'll work with experienced engineers and project managers while taking increasing ownership of design tasks and client interactions.

We offer a $10,000 sign-on bonus for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4+ years roadway/traffic engineering experience.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred.
• Experience with VDOT and municipal projects preferred.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer; AutoCAD a plus.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, and VDOT standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic analyses, safety studies, and transportation planning efforts.
• Develop traffic signal, signing, pavement marking and traffic control plans.
• Prepare traffic engineering and roadway designs for transportation projects.
• Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Utilize MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and other engineering software to produce roadway design documents.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure designs comply with VDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, and local agency standards.
• Participate in field reviews, site visits, and construction support activities as needed.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Job description

Compensation: $110,000 - $160,000 / year

Department: Transportation

Location: Glen Allen, Virginia

Build the Roads That Keep Communities Moving

Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is seeking a motivated Traffic/Roadway Engineer to join our growing Transportation team. In this role, you'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and traffic engineering projects that improve safety, mobility, and connectivity throughout Virginia and beyond. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and project managers while taking increasing ownership of design tasks and client interactions.

If you're passionate about traffic operations and transportation infrastructure, and enjoy solving real-world challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with traffic analyses, safety studies, and transportation planning efforts.
• Develop traffic signal, signing, pavement marking and traffic control plans.
• Prepare traffic engineering and roadway designs for transportation projects.
• Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Utilize MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and other engineering software to produce roadway design documents.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure designs comply with VDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, and local agency standards.
• Participate in field reviews, site visits, and construction support activities as needed.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of roadway and/or traffic engineering experience.
• EIT certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain preferred.
• Experience with VDOT and municipal transportation projects preferred.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer; AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, and VDOT design standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• 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.