Civil Engineer Jobs in Missouri
Civil Engineer jobs in Missouri are consistently in demand, concentrated in transportation infrastructure, municipal water systems, and commercial and industrial development across a broad range of experience levels from entry-level to senior project engineer. Kansas City and St. Louis anchor most of the hiring activity, with Columbia adding a steady stream of openings tied to state and university projects. Established employers with a long presence in Missouri include Burns & McDonnell, Jacobs Engineering, and the Missouri Department of Transportation. The most sought-after specialties are structural engineering, transportation and highway design, and water resources. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Wilson & Company’s Midwest Team is seeking a Roadway professional with experience in the design of transportation infrastructure, notably streets, highways, and interstates.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Perform roadway design and modeling utilizing Open Roads Designer
- Lead and manage tasks on projects of various sizes
- Work with experienced designers and project managers, as well as collaborating with other disciplines and subconsultants to deliver projects
- Primarily working on projects in Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska with opportunities to support regional projects
- Efficiently communicate and partner with peers, senior staff, and clients.
Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
- Missouri, Nebraska, or Kansas Professional Engineer licensed or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 4 - 7 years’ experience in the design of streets and highways in accordance with local, state and/or federal regulations.
- Ability to effectively work with other engineers and technicians.
- A background in traffic engineering design and H&H design can be helpful in this role
- Experience in CADD utilizing Open Roads Designer
Annual Salary range: $110,000 - $150,000
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.
Wilson & Company’s Midwest Team is seeking a Roadway professional with experience in the design of transportation infrastructure, notably streets, highways, and interstates.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Perform roadway design and modeling utilizing Open Roads Designer
- Lead and manage tasks on projects of various sizes
- Work with experienced designers and project managers, as well as collaborating with other disciplines and subconsultants to deliver projects
- Primarily working on projects in Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska with opportunities to support regional projects
- Efficiently communicate and partner with peers, senior staff, and clients.
Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
- Missouri, Nebraska, or Kansas Professional Engineer licensed or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
- 4 - 7 years’ experience in the design of streets and highways in accordance with local, state and/or federal regulations.
- Ability to effectively work with other engineers and technicians.
- A background in traffic engineering design and H&H design can be helpful in this role
- Experience in CADD utilizing Open Roads Designer
Annual Salary range: $110,000 - $150,000
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.
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Civil Engineer Job Market in Missouri
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell11
- Olsson9
- CRAWFORD, MURPHY & TILLY6
- GBA Companies4
- Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Professional Engineer license or EIT certification working toward PE
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable civil design software
- Experience with Missouri Department of Transportation standards and project delivery processes
- Familiarity with stormwater management, grading, and site development regulations in Missouri
- Strong written communication skills for preparing engineering reports and agency submittals
Civil Engineer Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineer in Missouri?
To become a licensed civil engineer in Missouri, you must earn a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status, gain qualifying work experience under a licensed PE, and pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is issued by the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Geologists. Most Missouri employers require or strongly prefer candidates who hold or are actively pursuing a PE license.
How much do civil engineers make in Missouri?
Civil engineers in Missouri earn a median of about $92,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,950 for the lowest 10% to over $139,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring civil engineers in Missouri include Burns & McDonnell, Olsson, and CRAWFORD, MURPHY & TILLY, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Missouri's strong transportation and municipal infrastructure investment keeps demand steady across both private engineering firms and public agencies throughout the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most civil engineer jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and Chesterfield lead Missouri for civil engineer openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive most of the volume through large infrastructure, commercial development, and utility projects, while Columbia generates consistent demand from state government work, University of Missouri construction programs, and regional transportation projects that extend into mid-Missouri.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 67% of civil engineer openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most civil engineering work. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work include preliminary design, calculations, report writing, and plan review, while field inspections, site visits, and construction administration typically require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to internship or new-graduate engineer programs at large Missouri employers such as Burns & McDonnell, the Missouri Department of Transportation, or municipal public works departments in Kansas City and St. Louis. Entry-level titles like engineering technician or project engineer associate are common starting points. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduation gives candidates a clear edge, and building a portfolio of design coursework or senior capstone projects strengthens applications at firms that recruit from Missouri University of Science and Technology and the University of Missouri.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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