Civil Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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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City Engineer

  • Bristol, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Bristol, TN
  • 10 days ago

Must be skilled in the use of civil engineering instruments and equipment including computers, computer aided design, GIS equipment and surveying equipment....

Horizontal Construction Engineer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

As a Horizontal Construction Engineer, you'll operate heavy construction equipment like bulldozers, tractors, backhoes, cranes, excavators, and road graders to help pave the way for fellow...

Civil Project Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

engineering Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering EIT certification and a valid driver's license, PE is preferred....

Structural Engineer I

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

construction support; RFIs and submittals Assist in development of NEXTracker products, generate full understanding of NEXTracker product Coordinate with NEXTracker's Structural/Civil Engineers in...

\#LI-SNH # Major Responsibilities: + Plans structural layout, prepares detailed structural design and layout drawings for small structures, portions of major buildings, etc. + Ensures designs are compliant...

Infrastructure Engineer II - Hybrid

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading...

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Engineering (Master's degree preferred) 10+ Years of structural building design experience Project management experience Business development experience NCEES record (preferred) Working knowledge of...

Staff Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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...

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days 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...

Structural Engineer

  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 2 days ago

You should be a self-motivated professional with at least 5+ years of progressive structural design experience....

Design Engineer - Civil Design/Land Development

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Engineering or related Experience in site civil design Practical experience with civil engineering technology (AutoCAD Civil 3D) Why Bohler Bohler provides land development consulting and site design...

Chief Building Engineer

  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Civil Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago

state, local, and federal jurisdictions for permitting Additional related duties as needed Requirements Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering 4-6+ years of professional experience in site design...

Structural Engineer II

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis from an ABET accredited program required....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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