Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

Department: Structural

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Fredericksburg, VA

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Engineer, P.E. with a Commonwealth of Virginia professional engineer’s license to join our Transportation Team in Manassas, VA or Fredericksburg, VA. The Senior Structural Engineer will be responsible for managing, supervising, designing, and detailing of bridges and other transportation structures, such as retaining walls. The position will also entail client and design team management, supervision, and development of junior and mid-level engineers.

Excellence will be rewarded through promotions, raises, and bonuses. $10,000 sign-on bonus!

• 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.

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with structures focus.
• P.E. license currently active in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in public sector transportation bridge work and other transportation-related structure designs.
• Micro Station 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.

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.