Roadway Engineer (Technical Lead)

Key Responsibilities

• Design transportation infrastructure: Develop roadway designs, plan sets, and supporting documentation for VDOT and local agency projects.
• Deliver quality solutions: Prepare engineering calculations, estimates, and construction documents in accordance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with engineers, planners, clients, and project stakeholders to deliver successful projects.
• Build your leadership skills: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Expand your impact: Support project delivery activities while growing into increased technical and project responsibilities.
• Support a growing office: Help strengthen RDA's mentoring capacity as the team continues to expand.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of transportation engineering, roadway engineering, or related experience.
• Virginia PE license or EIT with the ability to obtain PE licensure within one year.
• Familiarity with VDOT standards and project delivery processes preferred.
• Experience with OpenRoads Designer and/or MicroStation required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Interest in mentoring and developing junior staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match and Roth contribution option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Progressive PTO program designed to offer greater flexibility
• 8 federal holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Paid parental leave
• A collaborative and supportive team culture