Senior Structural Engineer, P.E.

Senior Structural Engineer, P.E.

• Department: Structural
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Description

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, Fredericksburg, Richmond, Virginia Beach or Waynesboro, 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop structural calculations and produce engineering drawings for both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects related to bridge and transportation structures.
• Perform and direct engineering alternatives investigations through the collection and analysis of data, performing calculations, and evaluation of alternate solutions.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Support construction phase of projects, including responding to RFI’s, review of shop drawings, problem solving, etc.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

At RDA, you’re more than just an engineer—you’re a valued part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that invests in your growth and celebrates your success.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with Roth options and company match
• HSA & FSA options
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Mentorship and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team culture

RDA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: We are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.