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Municipal Engineer jobs are open across local government, civil engineering consultancies, transportation agencies, and utilities, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in stormwater management, transportation infrastructure, and water and wastewater systems. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
The Assistant Process Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Process Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting process plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
- Assists in the process design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
- Assists in designing process components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
- Applies basic knowledge of commonly used process engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the chemical process engineering services industry.
- Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.
- Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
- Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
- Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related degree from an accredited program required.
- ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge in standard chemical process engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Basic computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI) is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
- Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Chemical Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Austin
Other Locations US-OK-Oklahoma City, US-AR-Springdale, US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 265405
Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #WTR
Description
The Assistant Process Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Process Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting process plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
- Assists in the process design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
- Assists in designing process components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
- Applies basic knowledge of commonly used process engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the chemical process engineering services industry.
- Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.
- Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
- Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
- Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related degree from an accredited program required.
- ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge in standard chemical process engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
- Basic computer skills include process simulation software (i.e. Hysys and/or Aspen, HTRI) is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
- Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Chemical Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Austin
Other Locations US-OK-Oklahoma City, US-AR-Springdale, US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 265405
Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #WTR
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Who's Hiring
- Kleinfelder10
- Bolton & Menk7
- Garver6
- Fishbeck6
- OHM Advisors6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Manufacturing1
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in municipal engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field required
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or must be obtained within a defined period
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or comparable design software
- Proficiency in GIS platforms such as ArcGIS for infrastructure mapping and analysis
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards and construction codes
- Experience preparing or reviewing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Tips for Your Municipal Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project types
Municipal employers want to see specific project experience, not just job titles. Call out the type of infrastructure you've worked on, such as road rehabilitation, drainage design, or utility corridor planning, and name the jurisdictions or agencies involved.
List your PE license prominently
Your Professional Engineer license is often a hard requirement, not a nice-to-have. Put your license state, number, and date of issue near the top of your resume so hiring managers don't have to hunt for it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists municipal engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your software stack
Many municipal engineer roles require proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or GIS platforms like ArcGIS. Filter for openings that name the tools you already use well so your application clears initial screening.
Prepare for a technical review round
Many municipal interviews include a design exercise or case study, often involving a drainage calculation or traffic analysis scenario. Practice walking through your methodology out loud, since reviewers care as much about your reasoning as the final answer.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Municipal roles in government agencies often have compressed salary bands, but project scope, professional development budgets, and licensure reimbursement are frequently negotiable. Ask about these before accepting, especially if the base offer is below your target.
Municipal Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most municipal engineers?
The most active employers for municipal engineers right now are Kleinfelder, Bolton & Menk, and Garver, and the most openings are in Iowa, Illinois, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. City and county public works departments, regional transportation authorities, and civil engineering consultancies with public-sector contracts consistently account for the largest share of openings.
How many municipal engineer jobs are remote?
About 43% of municipal engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on and site-inspection demands of most infrastructure roles. Sub-areas with the greatest remote flexibility include plan review, GIS analysis, grant writing, and project management coordination roles that don't require regular field visits.
How do you become a municipal engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited program, then gain field experience through internships or entry-level positions at a public agency or engineering consultancy. Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training, accumulate the required years of supervised experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your PE license, which most municipal roles require.
How do you get hired as a municipal engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles titled junior engineer, engineer I, or engineer in training, which are designed for candidates still accumulating hours toward PE licensure. Highlight capstone projects, internship work, or any coursework directly tied to drainage, transportation, or utility systems. Public agencies often value demonstrated familiarity with local design standards and software tools over years of experience when hiring at entry level.
What does the municipal engineer interview process look like?
Most municipal engineer hiring processes involve an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a technical panel interview that typically includes a project manager, a senior engineer, and sometimes a department director. Many panels include a short design or problem-solving exercise. Government agency interviews often incorporate structured behavioral questions scored against a rubric, so prepare concrete examples from past projects for each question you're asked.
Where can I find and apply to municipal engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to municipal engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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