Civil Engineer II

Civil Engineer II

The Civil Engineer II, P.E. is responsible for performing and supporting the design, analysis, and delivery of civil and infrastructure projects for public-sector clients. This role is suited for a licensed professional engineer who is ready to take increased ownership of project tasks, collaborate closely with project managers and senior engineers, and contribute to high-quality, on-time project delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare engineering designs, calculations, plans, and specifications for civil and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Support roadway, drainage, site civil, and utility-related design efforts under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Apply applicable state, federal, and local standards and design criteria to engineering work.
• Assist with plan production, technical reports, cost estimates, and permit documentation.
• Respond to review comments and support quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Provide limited construction-phase support, including responding to RFIs and reviewing shop drawings as needed.
• Participate in mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license strongly preferred.
• Approximately 3–7 years of progressive civil or transportation engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of roadway, drainage, and site civil design principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software.
• Familiarity with public-sector project delivery and agency standards is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively within a team environment.

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.

About Rinker Design Associates

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is a distinguished civil engineering firm based in Virginia, with over 250 employees and offices located in Manassas (headquarters and satellite), Fredericksburg, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Waynesboro, Abingdon, Big Stone Gap, and Galax. For more than 44 years, RDA has built a solid reputation for providing conscientious and reliable service to municipalities, governmental agencies, and private industries located throughout Virginia – service that our clients and their communities deserve. We pride ourselves in offering high quality deliverables and support services that meet project, budget, and schedule requirements, exceeding our clients' expectations. Services provided by RDA include Transportation; Alternative Project Delivery; Site/Civil; Construction Engineering and Inspection; Right of Way; Traffic; Surveying; Structures/Bridges; Water/Wastewater; Environmental Review & Permitting; Utilities; Inflow & Infiltration Identification/Remediation; Public Sector Architecture; and GIS.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired