Civil Engineer Jobs in Arkansas
Civil Engineer jobs in Arkansas are concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water resources, and municipal development, with demand at every level from early-career project engineers to senior program managers. Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith are the primary hiring markets, where firms like Garver, AFSCME-backed public works agencies, and the Arkansas Department of Transportation maintain consistent civil engineering headcount. Bridge rehabilitation, drainage systems, and highway expansion are among the most in-demand specialties as the state continues investing in aging infrastructure. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Civil Engineer, E.I. SUMMARY: Plans, designs, and produces engineering projects such as streets, roads, municipal projects including water and sewer systems, institutional facilities, industrial facilities, drainage projects, channels, and assists project managers by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
- Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographic and geologic data to plan and design project.
- Calculates cost, determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data, and prepares detailed cost estimates.
- Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to create engineering and design documents.
- Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, legal documentation, easements, and designs for project.
- Meets with client periodically to coordinate changes, inform client of additional requirements, receive input from the client, answer client questions, and resolve issues.
- Coordinates with government officials to obtain required approval and permits for assigned projects.
- Coordinates project activity with appropriate officials, support staff, subcontractors, labs, and other entities.
- Tracks project progress and prepares reports of activity in accordance with regulations, company policy and client needs.
- Research regulations, products, and design techniques to provide answers to client needs.
- Keeps abreast of changing techniques, materials, codes, regulations and software through attendance at seminars, briefings and other forums; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Detail oriented
- Planning, organizing, and coordinating
- Leadership
- Excellent communications skills - listening, understanding, and responding
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Professionalism
- Analytical
- Creativity
- Flexibility
- Innovative thinking
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree (BS) from an accredited Engineering school in a four-year college or university.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must be a certified Engineer Intern (EI), a recent new grad seeking their Engineer Intern (EI).
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to write speeches and publication articles that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematic concepts such as algebraic functions and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database; Design; Internet; Project Management; Spreadsheet and Word Processing software.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a valid driver license and be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a temperature-controlled office setting. On occasion, the incumbent will be required to travel for meetings in all weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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What Arkansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Arkansas.
- Active Arkansas Professional Engineer license or Engineer Intern registration with the Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar platforms
- Experience preparing construction documents, project plans, and technical specifications for public or private projects
- Familiarity with Arkansas Department of Transportation standards, AASHTO guidelines, and local municipal codes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with contractors, clients, and government agencies
Civil Engineer Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineer in Arkansas?
To become a licensed civil engineer in Arkansas, you must earn a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer Intern status, gain qualifying work experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is issued by the Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors, which oversees all PE registration in the state.
How much do civil engineers make in Arkansas?
Civil engineers in Arkansas earn a median of about $85,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,810 for the lowest 10% to over $132,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Arkansas?
Companies currently hiring civil engineers in Arkansas include Garver, Crafton Tull & Associates, and Halff, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arkansas's steady pipeline of transportation, water, and municipal infrastructure projects keeps demand for civil engineers active across both private consulting firms and public-sector agencies throughout the state.
Which Arkansas cities have the most civil engineer jobs?
Rogers, Little Rock, and Fayetteville have the most civil engineer openings in Arkansas. Little Rock anchors the market as the state capital and home to ARDOT and major engineering consultancies, while Fayetteville's rapid growth in Northwest Arkansas drives demand for site development and utilities work, and Fort Smith's manufacturing and infrastructure base supports a steady volume of public and private project work.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Arkansas?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil engineering is a predominantly field- and site-dependent profession, so most roles require physical presence on projects or at agency offices. About 40% of civil engineer openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in plan review, project management coordination, or preliminary design work that can be handled away from a job site.
How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Arkansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for junior or staff engineer roles at Arkansas's large infrastructure-focused firms or with the Arkansas Department of Transportation, which regularly brings on recent graduates for project support and design work. Earning your Engineer Intern credential immediately after graduating signals readiness to employers. Firms like Garver and CDM Smith's Arkansas offices, along with county and municipal public works departments, are known to hire candidates early in their careers when they can demonstrate AutoCAD proficiency and coursework in transportation or water resources.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Arkansas?
You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arkansas openings across transportation, water resources, municipal, and private-sector employers. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.
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