Project Engineer Jobs in Nebraska

Project engineer jobs in Nebraska concentrate in construction, transportation infrastructure, and agricultural processing, with strong demand at both entry and senior levels across the state's growing project pipeline. Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island are the primary hiring centers, home to established employers like Kiewit Corporation, Black & Veatch, and the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The most in-demand specialties are civil infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, and industrial facilities engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerOlsson
Top cityOmaha, NE
Cities hiring7
Work type50% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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McNeil Company Builders
Residential Project Engineer
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McNeil Company Builders
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Residential Project Engineer
McNeil Company Builders
Omaha, Nebraska
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
11-50

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Valmont Industries
Project Engineer
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Valmont Industries
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Project Engineer
Valmont Industries
Omaha, Nebraska
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$77k - $120k/yr
Master's degree in civil engineering
10,000+

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Cerris
Project Engineer - MEP (Spring/Summer 2027)
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Cerris
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Project Engineer - MEP (Spring/Summer 2027)
Cerris
Omaha, Nebraska
Construction
Construction Management
Skilled Trades
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Project Engineer II
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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
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Project Engineer II
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Lincoln, Nebraska
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Project Engineer I
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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
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Project Engineer I
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Lincoln, Nebraska
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Project Engineer Jobs by City in Nebraska

Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Omaha
8 jobs
Lincoln
7 jobs
Gretna
1 job
Norfolk
1 job
La Vista
1 job
Papillion
1 job
North Platte
1 job

Project Engineer Job Market in Nebraska

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

Who's Hiring

Olsson
Olsson2 open roles
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems2 open roles
CRB
CRB1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Nebraska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Nebraska.

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited program
  • Engineer Intern certification or active Professional Engineer license issued or recognized in Nebraska
  • Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
  • Ability to coordinate field inspections and communicate progress to owners and subcontractors
  • Familiarity with Nebraska Department of Transportation standards and local permitting processes

Project Engineer Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project engineer in Nebraska?

Most project engineer roles in Nebraska require a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field from an accredited program. To advance toward independent practice, you register as an Engineer Intern by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then pursue licensure as a Professional Engineer through the Nebraska State Board of Engineers and Architects. Many employers hire new graduates at the project engineer level before licensure, particularly in construction and infrastructure.

Which companies hire project engineers in Nebraska?

Companies currently hiring project engineers in Nebraska include Olsson, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, and CRB, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Nebraska's concentration of heavy civil contractors, utility operators, and state infrastructure programs creates consistent project engineer demand across the Omaha metro and beyond.

Which Nebraska cities have the most project engineer jobs?

Omaha, Lincoln, and Gretna lead Nebraska for project engineer openings. Omaha drives the largest share because it is home to major contractors like Kiewit, large utilities, and a dense concentration of industrial and commercial construction activity, while Lincoln's government agencies and university-linked engineering firms contribute steady demand and Grand Island anchors hiring tied to agricultural processing and regional infrastructure projects.

Are there remote project engineer jobs in Nebraska?

Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of project engineer openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the largely field-oriented nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be performed remotely are design review, scheduling, and document coordination, while site visits, inspections, and subcontractor meetings almost always require an in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a project engineer in Nebraska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to project engineer or field engineer roles at Nebraska-based heavy civil and construction firms, which regularly hire new engineering graduates and promote from within. Kiewit, headquartered in Omaha, runs a well-known new-graduate program that places candidates directly on active project sites. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning Engineer Intern status strengthens any entry-level application. Candidates who have interned in construction management, worked as estimators, or held technician roles also move into project engineer positions at infrastructure and utility employers across the state.

Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Nebraska?

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

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