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Land Development Engineer - Lead Designer

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Rinker Design Associates, LLC Bristow, VA 22013
Job typeOther PostedSep 18, 2026 Apply byOct 18, 2026

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Job Description

Description\n
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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.\n
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\nRDA 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.\n
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$10,000 sign-on bonus! \n
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\nGo beyond the job description: Uncover projects that ignite your passion. Site Civil Northern VA \n
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What You'll Do:\n
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  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for the design of land development projects from initial concept through construction administration
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  • Design and prepare technical documents in AutoCAD Civil 3D software
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  • Assist in project management tasks, including cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation.
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  • Assist in all aspects of the design including (but not limited to):\n
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    • Legislative Applications and Site Plans
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    • Storm Sewer design including SWM/BMP
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    • Water and Sanitary Sewer system design
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    • Compliance with local zoning ordinances and facility design standards
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    • Erosion and sediment control plans and design E&S control measures in accordance with state criteria
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  • Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
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What You'll Need:\n
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  • A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
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  • 4-8 years of experience in Land Development/Site-Civil engineering
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  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) with the intention to obtain a PE within 1 year
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  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D
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  • Familiarity with local codes, standards, and permitting processes.
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  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Why Join RDA?\n
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\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes: \n
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  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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  • 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
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  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
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  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
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  • Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
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  • Parental Leave
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  • Supportive team culture
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RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.\n
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Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered. \n
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About Rinker Design Associates\n
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.\n
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\nFor 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.\n
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\nServices 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.\n

Location and commute

Bristow, VA 22013.

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