Civil Designer Jobs in Texas

Civil Designer jobs in Texas are in high demand, concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, land development, and energy-sector site work, with openings from entry-level drafters to senior project designers. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead hiring activity, anchored by large engineering firms like Kimley-Horn, Jacobs, and Halff Associates, all of which maintain significant Texas operations. Roadway design, utility coordination, and subdivision layout are the most consistently sought specialties across Texas markets. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles56+
Top employerCONSOR Engineers
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring17
Work type86% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Olsson
Senior Civil Designer
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Olsson
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Senior Civil Designer
Olsson
North Richland Hills, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$78k - $103k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's

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Kimley-Horn
Senior Civil Designer
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Kimley-Horn
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Senior Civil Designer
Kimley-Horn
Dallas, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Kiewit Corporation
Senior Civil Designer
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Kiewit Corporation
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Senior Civil Designer
Kiewit Corporation
Houston, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Primoris Services Corporation
Civil Designer
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Primoris Services Corporation
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Civil Designer
Primoris Services Corporation
Houston, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
None

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HPF Consultants, Inc.
Sr. Civil/Structural Designer
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HPF Consultants, Inc.
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Sr. Civil/Structural Designer
HPF Consultants, Inc.
Houston, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Drafting & CAD
$40 - $70/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Civil Designer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
29 jobs
Dallas
5 jobs
Austin
4 jobs
San Antonio
4 jobs
El Paso
2 jobs
Beaumont
1 jobs
College Station
1 jobs
Cypress
1 jobs
Fort Worth
1 jobs

Civil Designer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • CONSOR Engineers
    CONSOR Engineers11
  • Fluor
    Fluor4
  • Audubon Companies
    Audubon Companies3
  • Kiewit Corporation
    Kiewit Corporation3
  • GEI Consultants
    GEI Consultants2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Construction & Real Estate8
  • Energy6
  • Manufacturing2
  • Staffing & Recruiting2

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil designer jobs across Texas.

  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward Texas PE licensure preferred
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for grading, alignments, and plan production
  • Experience with TxDOT design standards and roadway or drainage plan sets
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or related field
  • Familiarity with local municipality and county subdivision platting requirements in Texas
  • Experience coordinating utility layouts and reviewing construction documents for accuracy

Civil Designer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a civil designer in Texas?

Most civil designers in Texas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology, then gain licensure momentum by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam administered through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, earning Engineer-in-Training status. Many employers hire designers without a PE license but expect active EIT registration. Familiarity with TxDOT standards and Civil 3D is treated as a baseline qualification rather than a bonus in most Texas hiring.

How much do civil designers make in Texas?

Civil designers in Texas earn a median of about $59,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,520 for the lowest 10% to over $92,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire civil designers in Texas?

Employers hiring civil designers in Texas right now include CONSOR Engineers, Fluor, and Audubon Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large infrastructure pipeline and ongoing population growth keep demand steady across both national engineering firms with Texas headquarters and regional firms specializing in municipal and land development work.

Which Texas cities have the most civil designer jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most civil designer openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of energy infrastructure and large-scale drainage projects drives its volume, Dallas-Fort Worth's rapid suburban expansion fuels continuous land development and roadway work, and Austin's sustained growth in mixed-use development and transit investment keeps demand consistently active there.

Are there remote civil designer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields, since civil design involves site visits, client coordination, and plan reviews that often require in-person presence. About 14% of civil designer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the remote portion concentrated in production-phase drafting and Civil 3D plan development work that can be completed off-site.

How can I get hired as a civil designer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to engineering technician or CAD drafter roles at regional Texas firms like Freese and Nichols, Garver, or LJA Engineering, which regularly bring on junior staff for municipal and land development projects. Completing an EIT registration and building a portfolio of Civil 3D plans from coursework or internships gives candidates a concrete edge. County and city engineering departments across Texas also hire entry-level designers for infrastructure maintenance and drainage projects.

Where can I find and apply to civil designer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to civil designer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Texas employers. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly through the listings.

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