Traffic/Roadway Engineer

About the role

Rinker Design Associates (RDA) is seeking a motivated Traffic/Roadway Engineer to join our growing Transportation team. The ideal candidate will contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and traffic engineering projects that enhance safety, mobility, and connectivity throughout Virginia and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic analyses, safety studies, and transportation planning efforts.
• Develop traffic signal, signing, pavement marking and traffic control plans.
• Prepare traffic engineering and roadway designs for transportation projects.
• Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Utilize MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and other engineering software to produce roadway design documents.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure designs comply with VDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, and local agency standards.
• Participate in field reviews, site visits, and construction support activities as needed.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of roadway and/or traffic engineering experience.
• EIT certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain preferred.
• Experience with VDOT and municipal transportation projects preferred.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer; AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, and VDOT design standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including 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 Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday.
• Parental leave.

Pay

$110,000 - $160,000 / year

Schedule

N/A