Civil Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Fire Protection Engineer

  • Worcester, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 14 days ago

Description Leidos is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer (with expertise in Fire Life Safety) to join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC) team. The position will...

MLOps / Infrastructure Engineer

  • Cambridge, MA
  • moments ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • moments ago

About 10a Labs: 10a Labs is an applied research and AI security company trusted by AI unicorns, Fortune 10 companies, and U.S. tech leaders. We combine proprietary technology, deep expertise, and...

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Building Engineer

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Building Engineer Building Engineer Job ID 209590 Posted 21-Mar-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Cambridge - Massachusetts -...

HVAC Mechanic - Building Engineer

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Dae Sung, LLC is currently seeking a full-time HVAC Mechanic to support our contract to provide operations and mechanical maintenance services at the Hastings Keith Federal Building New Bedford,...

Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic

  • Fitchburg, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fitchburg, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Building Engineer/ HVAC Mechanic Fitchburg, MA: DAE Sung, LLC is currently seeking a full-time Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic to support our contract at the Philip Philbin Federal Building,...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer (FinOps)

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day 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...

Staff Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day 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...

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Canton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview:** APTIM is seeking motivated and curious mid-level engineers to join our team of engineering professionals serving our Fire Protection Engineering program. APTIM's Fire Protection...

Expression of Interest - Civil Engineer - Water

  • Shrewsbury, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA
  • 2 days ago

Engineer in an engineering design role....

Structural Engineer

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 3 days ago

We are delighted to be working with one of the most respected engineering consultancies in the Westcountry, we are searching for a Structural Engineer who is working toward chartership to join a...

Civil Designer, Aviation

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Work with the design team on deliverables, including preparation of drawings utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, preparation of project specifications and construction cost estimates....

Civil Engineer 3(Industrial)

  • Salem, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 3 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4249933 Job Title: Civil Engineer 3(Industrial) Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 04/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift: Not Provided...

Bridge Inspection Team Leader - Senior Structural Engineer

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program....

Civil Engineer I - Highway Maintenance

  • Taunton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Taunton, MA
  • 4 days ago

A Bachelor’s or higher degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology**, may be substituted for the required experience.* **NOTE\: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering...

Civil Engineer I - District One - Berkshire County

  • Lenox, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenox, MA
  • 4 days ago

A Bachelor’s or higher degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology**, may be substituted for the required experience.* **NOTE\: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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