Civil Engineer Jobs in Texas

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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Civil Engineer

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Civil Engineer Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science and 4+ years of experience with Civil Engineering Design and experience with tower, shelter, and similar structure projects....

Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer - Enterprise Network

  • Frisco, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Job Overview: Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer - Enterprise Network What we are looking for: Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer - Enterprise Network who...

Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer Cloud

  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Job Overview: Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer Cloud What we are looking for: Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer Cloud who can support the development,...

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 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...

Structural Engineer

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 28 days ago

Structural Engineer Required Qualifications: Civil Engineering Degree (B.S.) OR similar....

Bridge Engineer

  • Dallas, TX
  • moments ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • moments ago

engineering EIT or ability to obtain Experience in structural design on bridges Experience working in teams and ability to meet deadlines....

Civil Engineer

  • Waco, TX
  • moments ago
  • Waco, TX
  • moments ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other relevant engineering design software....

Civil Engineer

  • College Station, TX
  • moments ago
  • College Station, TX
  • moments ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other relevant engineering design software....

Civil Engineer

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • moments ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • moments ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other relevant engineering design software....

Civil Engineer

  • Killeen, TX
  • moments ago
  • Killeen, TX
  • moments ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other relevant engineering design software....

Structural Engineer - Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • moments ago
  • Houston, TX
  • moments ago

Position: Senior Naval Architect / Marine Engineer Overview: We're looking for an experienced engineering professional to lead significant vessel design projects and manage a team of engineers and...

Civil Engineer - Water

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago

The Opportunity As the Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to: Function as a technical specialist or in a lead role Apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses for problems and methods...

Construction Engineer

  • Port Arthur, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Port Arthur, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Airswift is seeking a Field Construction Engineer to work within our clients LNG project in Por Arthur, TX, for a 1-year assignment with the possibility of extension. Oversee the safe and...

Traffic/Transportation Engineer-In-Training

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Here's what you'll need REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a master's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field....

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Do you have a passion for managing CIP and supervising public works projects? We are seeking a talented individual to join our city and become an integral part of our team. Apply today with The...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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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