Civil Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts
Civil Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand across infrastructure, transportation, water resources, and higher-education campus development, with openings from entry-level project engineers through senior principals and department leads. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor the bulk of hiring, with major employers like WSP, Jacobs, and MassDOT sustaining consistent civil engineering workforces across the state. The most in-demand specialties include transportation and highway design, stormwater and environmental compliance, and structural engineering for urban redevelopment projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Berkshire Design Group is looking for a civil engineer to join our small team of civil engineers, landscape architects, and land surveyors in Northampton, MA. In this role, you will prepare site plans, stormwater management designs, utility layouts, and applications for state and local permits. You will also see projects through construction, providing guidance to contractors and observing work in the field.
Our recent work has included new public school buildings, rehabilitation of state parks, innovative net-zero water systems, multi-million-dollar commercial and residential developments, and master planning for institutional campuses throughout the northeast. We work in our own communities, so we pass by our projects every day, which makes even small ones feel significant.
Our engineers are comfortable with roadway design, grading, stormwater, and utilities, and are fluent in AutoCAD. Experience with site design, as well as stormwater management design and modeling, is a requirement for this position. Field experience and familiarity with MassDEP wetland regulation, Title 5, or Civil 3D are a plus.
Ideally, you are a licensed Professional Engineer with 4–8 years of experience who can work independently and take on project management duties with oversight from senior staff. That said, we welcome candidates across a range of experience levels, and responsibilities will scale with your experience. If you don’t yet hold your PE, you should be an EIT on track to licensure.
Beyond those technical qualifications, strong written and verbal communication skills matter to us, and we value people who work well with clients directly. You should be someone who can take ownership of your work while knowing that you have a collaborative cross-disciplinary team around you. The people who do well here enjoy working with others, follow through on their commitments, and find creative ways to give our clients what they need.
We offer health and dental insurance, paid time off, holiday time, a Simple IRA plan, and flex spending accounts. To learn more about our people and our work, visit us at www.berkshiredesign.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- MA Professional Engineering License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Professional Engineer license or eligibility for PE licensure required
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for design and drafting work
- Experience with MassDOT project delivery standards and plan preparation guidelines
- Familiarity with Massachusetts Stormwater Handbook and DEP environmental regulations
- EIT certification or demonstrated progress toward PE licensure for early-career candidates
Civil Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineer in Massachusetts?
To become a licensed civil engineer in Massachusetts, you earn a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status, accumulate qualifying work experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. Most employers in Massachusetts require or strongly prefer candidates who are licensed or actively pursuing licensure.
How much do civil engineers make in Massachusetts?
Civil engineers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $106,730 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,280 for the lowest 10% to over $165,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring civil engineers in Massachusetts right now include Civil & Environmental Consultants, SMMA, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense infrastructure investment pipeline and active university and transit development programs mean demand is consistent across both private consulting firms and public-sector agencies.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most civil engineer jobs?
Boston, Peabody, and Waltham have the most civil engineer openings in Massachusetts right now. Boston leads because of its concentration of large engineering consulting firms, MBTA capital projects, and major institutional development, while Worcester and Springfield draw demand from regional infrastructure programs, municipal public works departments, and MassDOT district offices serving central and western Massachusetts.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil engineering is largely site-dependent, with most roles requiring fieldwork, client meetings, or coordination with construction teams. About 69% of civil engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in preliminary design, permitting document preparation, or project management tasks that can be handled off-site during specific project phases.
How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for junior engineer or engineer-in-training roles at Massachusetts-based consulting firms like WSP, Stantec, or VHB, which run structured new-graduate programs pairing early-career engineers with licensed mentors on active MassDOT and municipal projects. Adjacent entry points include CAD technician or engineering technician positions that transition into project engineer roles. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building a portfolio through senior design coursework or internships with Massachusetts public works agencies gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from each listing.
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