Civil Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin

Civil engineer jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where infrastructure expansion, municipal development, and industrial construction keep demand steady at every level from entry-level EI to senior PE. Major employers with deep roots in the state include WisDOT, Aecom, and Graef, and the most active specialties are transportation and highway engineering, stormwater and water resources, and structural work tied to Wisconsin's aging bridge and utility systems. Demand is particularly strong for engineers who hold or are pursuing their Professional Engineer license with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerAyres Associates
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring18
Work type58% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Civil Engineer (Senior Level)
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Civil Engineer (Senior Level)
Kleinschmidt Group
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$110k - $156k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science

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Civil Engineer (Entry-Mid Level)
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Civil Engineer (Entry-Mid Level)
Kleinschmidt Group
Madison, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$68k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science

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Civil Engineer
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Civil Engineer
Rettler Corporation
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$85k - $135k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Ayres Associates
Civil Engineer - Structural Project Manager
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Ayres Associates
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Civil Engineer - Structural Project Manager
Ayres Associates
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree
201-500

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Civil / Geological Engineer I
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Civil / Geological Engineer I
TRC
Madison, Wisconsin
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$66k.2 - $78k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Civil Engineer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
17 jobs
Milwaukee
12 jobs
Green Bay
7 jobs
Appleton
6 jobs
Middleton
6 jobs
Eau Claire
5 jobs
Waukesha
4 jobs
Wausau
3 jobs
Cedarburg
3 jobs

Civil Engineer Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

  • Ayres Associates
    Ayres Associates13
  • Westwood Professional Services
    Westwood Professional Services7
  • R.A. Smith
    R.A. Smith5
  • Jobot
    Jobot4
  • EMCS
    EMCS3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin PE license or EI registration with DSPS required or preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related accredited program
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar design software
  • Knowledge of Wisconsin DOT standards, specifications, and project delivery processes
  • Ability to manage field work, site visits, and coordination with municipal clients
  • Strong written communication skills for reports, permit applications, and agency submittals

Civil Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a civil engineer in Wisconsin?

To work as a licensed civil engineer in Wisconsin, you need to earn a degree from an ABET-accredited civil engineering program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer Intern, and then gain qualifying experience before sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services issues both the EI registration and the Professional Engineer license. Most civil engineering positions at the project-lead level require an active PE.

How much do civil engineers make in Wisconsin?

Civil engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $94,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,590 for the lowest 10% to over $131,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire civil engineers in Wisconsin?

Companies currently hiring civil engineers in Wisconsin include Ayres Associates, Westwood Professional Services, and R.A. Smith, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's strong public infrastructure investment and active municipal development pipeline mean that both large engineering firms and government agencies maintain consistent civil engineering headcount across the state.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most civil engineer jobs?

Madison, Milwaukee, and Green Bay have the most civil engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee anchors the market because of its scale of infrastructure projects, corporate engineering offices, and proximity to the Illinois border corridor, while Madison draws significant work through state government contracts and university-related construction, and Green Bay supports a steady volume of industrial and municipal engineering work in the Fox Valley region.

Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Civil engineering is a field that involves site visits, field inspections, and in-person coordination with contractors and municipal clients, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 42% of civil engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and most of those are hybrid arrangements where design and report writing can be done remotely but site work is still required.

How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to engineer intern or staff engineer roles at Wisconsin DOT regional offices or established firms like Graef, Ayres Associates, or McMahon Associates, which regularly bring on new graduates. Sitting for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before or shortly after graduation signals readiness and gives you a competitive edge. Related entry-point roles such as CAD technician or construction inspector are also common stepping stones into full engineering positions at these same employers.

Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Find roles that fit your experience, location, and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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