Land Development Engineer - Lead Designer

Land Development Engineer - Lead Designer

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manassas, VA

Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is a multi-discipline civil engineering firm dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality solutions to both public and private sector clients. With a collaborative and client-focused approach, RDA delivers excellence in transportation, land development, survey and many other services throughout the state of Virginia.

RDA is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Land Development Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience in site‑civil design, including grading, stormwater management, utilities, and erosion and sediment control, and will play a critical role in the planning and execution of residential, commercial, and mixed‑use land development projects.

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• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for the design of land development projects from initial concept through construction administration
• Design and prepare technical documents in AutoCAD Civil 3D software
• Assist in project management tasks, including cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Assist in all aspects of the design including (but not limited to):
  • Legislative Applications and Site Plans
  • Storm Sewer design including SWM/BMP
  • Water and Sanitary Sewer system design
  • Compliance with local zoning ordinances and facility design standards
  • Erosion and sediment control plans and design E&S control measures in accordance with state criteria
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 4‑8 years of experience in Land Development/Site‑Civil engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) with the intention to obtain a PE within 1 year
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D
• Familiarity with local codes, standards, and permitting processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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.