Civil Engineer Jobs

Civil Engineer jobs are open across construction, transportation, water resources, and public infrastructure, from entry-level EIT to senior project manager and principal engineer, with specializations in structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineering. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,031+
Top stateTexas
Top employerKimley-Horn
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type48% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Envista Forensics
Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
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Envista Forensics
New 16h ago
Project-Engineer- Civil Structural
Envista Forensics
Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
501-1,000

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NV5
Associate Civil Engineer
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NV5
New 17h ago
Associate Civil Engineer
NV5
Irvine, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$95k - $125k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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SCS Engineers
Civil or Environmental Engineer
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SCS Engineers
New 17h ago
Civil or Environmental Engineer
SCS Engineers
Fort Worth, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$90k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Qualus
Civil Engineer
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Qualus
New 17h ago
Civil Engineer
Qualus
Reno, Nevada
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$75k - $225k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Civil Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Kimley-Horn
    Kimley-Horn179
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell127
  • AECOM
    AECOM64
  • Westwood Professional Services
    Westwood Professional Services55
  • Bohler
    Bohler42

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services197
  • Construction & Real Estate39
  • Energy9
  • Food & Beverage9
  • Technology & Software6

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation for design and drafting work
  • Experience with project management tools and construction document preparation
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes and permitting processes
  • Familiarity with geotechnical reports, site grading, drainage design, or structural analysis software

Tips for Your Civil Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to project delivery

Hiring managers scan for project type, scale, and your specific role on each job. List the dollar value of projects you contributed to, the delivery method used, and whether you held a lead or support role on each.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists civil engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight licensure status on page one

State whether you hold an EIT, PE, or are in progress on your PE exam in the resume header or summary. Many civil engineer roles require or strongly prefer licensure, and recruiters filter by it before reading further.

Match your specialization to the posting

Civil engineer job descriptions are written around a discipline: structural, transportation, water, or geotechnical. Use the same discipline terminology the posting uses, not a generic title, so your application clears automated screening.

Prepare technical case examples for interviews

Civil engineer interviews routinely include scenario questions on design decisions, code compliance, or schedule conflicts. Prepare two or three project examples where you can walk through your technical reasoning and the outcome in detail.

Negotiate scope before you accept an offer

Before signing, clarify whether the role involves field work, office-based design, or both, and confirm the software stack you will use day to day. Misalignment on these two points is the most common source of early dissatisfaction in civil engineering roles.

Civil Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most civil engineers?

The companies hiring the most civil engineers right now include Kimley-Horn, Burns & McDonnell, and AECOM, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Municipal governments, state DOTs, and large engineering and construction firms consistently account for the bulk of civil engineer hiring nationwide.

How many civil engineer jobs are remote?

About 54% of civil engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than in most professional fields because site visits and field coordination are core to many roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are plan review, traffic modeling, hydraulic analysis, and structural design work that does not require regular field presence.

How do you become a civil engineer?

You become a civil engineer by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT credential. After gaining qualifying work experience under a licensed PE, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your PE license, which most employers require for project leadership roles.

Can you get hired as a civil engineer with little experience?

Yes, entry-level civil engineer roles regularly go to recent graduates who can demonstrate internship experience, strong CAD skills, and familiarity with a relevant software package like Civil 3D or HEC-RAS. Municipal agencies and mid-size consulting firms tend to be the most willing to train new graduates, especially candidates who already hold their EIT and show project exposure through coursework or co-ops.

What does the civil engineer interview process look like?

Most civil engineer interviews include a phone screen with HR, a technical interview with a senior engineer covering design concepts and software proficiency, and a final round with the project manager or department lead. Some firms add a short take-home design exercise or ask you to walk through a past project in detail to assess your technical reasoning and communication.

Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your discipline, experience level, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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