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Rinker Design Associates, LLC

Senior Principal Engineer - Site Civil

blacksburg, VA

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Job description

Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year

Department: Community Infrastructure

Location: Blacksburg, VA

Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year

Description

RDA’s new Blacksburg office offers a unique opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to help build and lead a team while playing an important role in RDA’s continued growth across the region. This position will work closely with and support our established Southwest Virginia offices, providing the opportunity to strengthen relationships, expand capabilities, and help shape the future of RDA in the region. As part of the Trilon family of companies, the role also has access to broader resources, projects, and professional opportunities.

$10,000 sign-on bonus!

What You'll Do:

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for the design of land development projects from initial concept through construction administration

Provide executive-level oversight and technical direction on complex transportation and infrastructure projects.

Serve as Engineer of Record as appropriate and ensure adherence to applicable state, federal, and industry standards.

Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and deliverables.

Act as a trusted advisor to key public-sector and institutional clients.

Maintain and expand long-term client relationships throughout Virginia and the surrounding region.

Support strategic pursuits, proposals, and interviews for major Site Civil project opportunities.

Lead, mentor, and develop senior engineers, project managers, and emerging leaders.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.

Collaborate with Rinker Design Associates and Trilon Group leadership on growth initiatives and integration efforts.

Contribute to operational planning, financial performance, and resource management.

Identify opportunities to expand services, markets, and delivery methods.

What You'll Need:

Proficiency in design utilizing AutoCAD Civil3D

Skill in updating, maintaining, operating and evaluating all AutoCAD software and related equipment

Strong attention to detail, ensuring edits requested by project manager are accurate

Able to fully understand and follow complex oral and written instructions

Ability to operate, access, and maintain diverse software applications

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to collaborate across internal departments (such as RDA's survey, structures, and transportation teams) to review and approve complex site layouts, grading plans, and utility master plans.

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia (or the ability to obtain it via reciprocity/comity).

Why Join RDA?

At RDA, you’ll be part of a collaborative team where your work matters and there are opportunities to grow. With 10 offices across Virginia and the broader resources of the Trilon family of companies, you’ll have access to a strong network and opportunities for continued professional growth.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions and traditional and Roth options

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&DD insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Generous paid time off

Eight paid holidays plus one floating holiday

Paid parental leave

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.

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.

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Worksite address

blacksburg, VA, 24062, US

Who can apply

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