Senior Bridge Engineer, P.E.Department: Structural
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Manassas, VA
Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year
DescriptionRinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is looking for an experienced
Senior Bridge Engineer, P.E. to join our growing Transportation Team. This is an opportunity to take a lead role on challenging bridge and transportation structure projects, including the design and detailing of bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation structures. You'll work closely with clients and project teams while also managing and supervising projects and mentoring and developing junior and mid-level engineers. We're looking for someone who brings strong technical experience, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to have a meaningful impact on both our projects and our team. Excellence will be rewarded through promotions, raises, and bonuses.
This position can be based in Manassas, Fredericksburg, Glen Allen, Virginia Beach, or Waynesboro, Virginia. Candidates should hold a current P.E. license and either be licensed in Virginia or be able to obtain Virginia licensure through comity/reciprocity. If you're an experienced bridge engineer looking for your next opportunity-even if you're currently outside Virginia-we'd like to hear from you.
💥$10,000 sign-on bonus!💥What You'll Do:- Lead & Design: Manage and deliver structural designs for bridges, retaining walls, and other transportation structures across Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects.
- Solve Complex Challenges: Develop structural calculations, drawings, and alternative solutions supported by technical analysis.
- Ensure Project Success: Collaborate with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in compliance with VDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA standards.
- Guide Construction: Provide technical support during construction, including RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and field problem solving.
- Mentor Talent: Train and inspire junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
- Drive Innovation: Leverage new technologies, methods, and sustainable practices to enhance design and delivery.
- Engage Clients & Growth: Build strong client relationships and contribute to proposals and project pursuits.
What You'll Need:- B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with structures focus.
- P.E. license currently active in Virginia, or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity or comity.
- 8 to 15 years of experience in public sector transportation bridge work and other transportation-related structure designs.
- MicroStation experience preferred.
- Experience working on VDOT projects preferred.
- Understanding of VDOT standards and design criteria is preferred.
- Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Expertise in bridge and structure designs and software such as MDX, Descus, Staad-Pro, LARSA, and Conspan.
Why Join RDA?At RDA, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and build strong relationships within your team, while also having access to the resources, expertise, and opportunities that come from being part of the larger Trilon family of companies. It offers a balance of the personal connections RDA has built its culture around with the broader support and opportunities of a growing organization.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match and Roth contribution option
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
- Paid parental leave
- Supportive team culture
Pay Transparency
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
