Civil Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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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Horizontal Construction Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

Now Hiring Full and Part Time Positions Job Overview: You'll be at the forefront of building essential infrastructure at home and abroad. You'll operate powerful heavy machinery-bulldozers,...

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago

engineering design standards....

Civil Engineer

  • Bedford, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Bedford, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Civil engineer will complete field inspections, perform engineering studies, supervise contractors, and execute civil engineering projects to improve infrastructure, safety and reliability....

Transportation Engineer Specialist

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago

Advertisement Closes 4/24/2025 (8:00 PM EDT) 25-02293 Transportation Engineer Specialist Pay Grade 18 Salary $6,880.26 - $7,677.48 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE...

Civil Engineer, PE - Water/Wastewater

  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago

/Civil 3D and Revit....

Civil Engineer - Site Development

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

A certified Woman Business Enterprise, Civil Design, Inc. is a civil engineering firm of 150+ team members committed to building stronger communities in the markets we serve....

Staff Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer (FinOps)

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Civil Engineer

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 2 days ago

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus. Work Environment The candidate will work on-site in Frankfort, KY, Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM....

Entry Level Civil Engineer

  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Jeffersontown, KY
  • 2 days ago

Engineering 0-1 year of experience Experience using Civil 3D, AutoCAD Civil 3D Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr....

Civil Engineer

  • Winchester, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 3 days ago

Professional working experience with substations * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program required * Registered PE license in the Commonwealth of Kentucky preferred *...

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

EDUCATION: - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's Degree preferred....

Building Engineer

  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Cynthiana, KY
  • 6 days ago

Building Engineer Building Engineer Job ID 215071 Posted 08-Apr-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Building Management, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities...

Forensic Civil/Structural Engineer (P.E.) - Louisville OR Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

Overview We are currently seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for our Louisville OR Lexington Kentucky District with experience specific to the design and/or construction of residential and/or commercial...

Project Civil Engineer - Aviation Group

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic market?...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
29.9%
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 Kentucky
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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