Civil Engineer Jobs in California

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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CMTS LLC

Senior Structural Engineer

Five (5) years of the above experience shall have overseen the structural design of major buildings. Experience in seismic retrofit projects, preferably with DSA or OSHPD....

CMTS LLC

Structural Engineer - Los Angeles, CA

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has 40-years of extensive industry experience, which ensures a strong...

CMTS LLC

Senior Roadway / Transportation Designer

Design Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software...

Civil Engineer Opportunity

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Skills: Imagination, energy and self-motivation Civil and/or structural design experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D Proficiency in MS Office,...

Civil Engineer, Aviation Design

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

What Youll Bring: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field....

[UNION] Mobile Building Engineer

  • Ventura, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title [UNION] Mobile Building Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible for assisting with operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings,...

Civil Engineer Pe

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Civil Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Civil Engineer proficient in using AutoCAD Civil 3D software....

Marine Structural Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago

System One is currently seeking an experienced Marine Structural Engineer to be based in Houston, New York City, or Los Angeles as part of our dynamic and growing global Ports & Terminals (P&T)...

Construction Engineer

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Engineer Roadway Engineer Transportation Engineer Construction Engineer Construction Oversight Contract Administration DOT Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation...

Transportation Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related field California PE license preferred 6+ years of experience on transportation engineering projects Oversee detailed roadway designs, design calculations...

Traffic Engineer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago

**Technical Skills:** - Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation. - Familiarity with Synchro/SimTraffic, VISUAL, and AutoTurn is a plus....

ML Infrastructure Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Must have extensive experience in ML serving and infrastructure. Proven track record in designing and deploying ML systems in production environments. Strong expertise in deep learning ML...

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Five (5) years of the above experience shall have overseen the structural design of majorbuildings....

Senior Civil Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, storm water modeling software, and other civil engineering tools....

Senior Civil Engineer (Transportation)

  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago

engineering design and construction; and contract administration practices....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
29.8%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.4%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in California
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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