15 In-Demand Civil Engineering Career Paths Hiring Now
Civil Engineering designs and supervises infrastructure projects like roads and bridges. Engineers ensure safety and compliance. Technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities are key.
The 17,910 Civil Engineering jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $75,720 to $135,708 per year. Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, and Senior Structural Engineer currently have the most job openings. Review in-demand job titles and some of the common skills needed for these roles.
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Updated Oct 02, 2026
Job title
United States
Job openings
Civil Engineer
United States
$97,393
per year
Structural Engineer
United States
$107,793
per year
Senior Structural Engineer
United States
$135,708
per year
Senior Civil Engineer
United States
$119,781
per year
Wastewater Engineer
United States
$108,207
per year
Water Resources Engineer
United States
$91,428
per year
Geotechnical Engineer
United States
$93,337
per year
Civil Designer
United States
$87,094
per year
Bridge Engineer
United States
$111,988
per year
Structural Designer
United States
$95,810
per year
Traffic Engineer
United States
$109,167
per year
Environmental Engineer
United States
$94,114
per year
Engineering Designer
United States
$104,600
per year
Entry Level Civil Engineer
United States
$75,720
per year
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Civil Engineer
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Civil Engineers design infrastructure projects, ensure compliance, and manage site operations. Strong engineering expertise, project management skills, and regulatory knowledge are vital.
Civil Engineer jobs take 105 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 14% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 4% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 4,902 jobsAverage pay
United States
$97,393 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- AutoCAD
- Project management
- Schematics
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Structural Engineer
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Structural Engineers design structural frameworks, analyze stresses, and ensure safety compliance. Expertise in engineering principles, analytical skills, and technical knowledge are crucial.
Structural Engineer jobs take 65 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 20% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 3,130 jobsAverage pay
United States
$107,793 per yearSkills
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- Revit
- Construction
- English
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Senior Structural Engineer
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Senior structural engineers manage complex projects, ensuring design integrity and compliance with codes. Extensive experience, advanced technical skills and strong leadership abilities are essential for guiding engineering teams.
Senior Structural Engineer jobs take 49 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 29% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,287 jobsAverage pay
United States
$135,708 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- Analysis skills
- Civil engineering
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Senior Civil Engineer
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Senior civil engineers lead project teams, ensuring design quality and regulatory compliance. Extensive experience, advanced project management skills and strong analytical abilities are essential for overseeing complex engineering projects.
Senior Civil Engineer jobs take 6 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 27% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,187 jobsAverage pay
United States
$119,781 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- AutoCAD
- Project management
- Schematics
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Wastewater Engineer
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Wastewater engineers design and manage treatment systems to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Knowledge of water treatment processes, strong analytical abilities and attention to detail are essential skills for effective system performance.
Wastewater Engineer jobs take 22 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 28% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,066 jobsAverage pay
United States
$108,207 per yearSkills
- Wastewater treatment
- Civil engineering
- Communication skills
- AutoCAD
- Project management
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Water Resources Engineer
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Water resources engineers develop solutions for water management, analyzing hydrology and designing systems for water conservation. Technical expertise in hydrology and strong analytical skills are essential for effective resource management.
Currently, 27% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 969 jobsAverage pay
United States
$91,428 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- HEC
- Civil engineering
- Water resources
- Civil 3D
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Geotechnical Engineer
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Geotechnical engineers analyze soil and rock behavior to inform foundation design and construction projects. Expertise in soil mechanics, strong analytical skills and project management are essential for successful outcomes.
Geotechnical Engineer jobs take 26 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 12% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 953 jobsAverage pay
United States
$93,337 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Geotechnical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Analysis skills
- AutoCAD
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Civil Designer
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Civil designers create detailed plans and layouts for infrastructure projects, collaborating closely with engineers. Proficiency in CAD software, strong attention to detail and understanding of engineering standards are essential for success.
Civil Designer jobs take 51 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 21% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 899 jobsAverage pay
United States
$87,094 per yearSkills
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- Revit
- Microsoft Office
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Bridge Engineer
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Bridge engineers design, analyse and oversee bridge construction and maintenance to ensure safety and durability. Candidates benefit from expertise in structural engineering, knowledge of construction codes and proficiency with design software such as CAD and BIM.
Bridge Engineer jobs take 27 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 27% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 822 jobsAverage pay
United States
$111,988 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- AutoCAD
- CAD
- Project management
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Structural Designer
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Structural designers create detailed models and drafts for building projects, collaborating with engineering teams. Proficiency in design software and strong knowledge of building codes are essential for project accuracy and compliance.
Structural Designer jobs take 23 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 27% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 714 jobsAverage pay
United States
$95,810 per yearSkills
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- Revit
- CAD
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Traffic Engineer
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Traffic engineers design and optimize transportation systems to ensure safety and efficiency. Expertise in traffic flow analysis and knowledge of transportation regulations are essential for effective engineering solutions.
Currently, 34% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 4% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 654 jobsAverage pay
United States
$109,167 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- MicroStation
- Communication skills
- AutoCAD
- Analysis skills
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Environmental Engineer
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Environmental engineers develop solutions for pollution control and resource management, ensuring regulatory compliance. Expertise in environmental science and strong problem-solving skills are essential for sustainable practices.
Environmental Engineer jobs take 65 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 18% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 544 jobsAverage pay
United States
$94,114 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Office
- Manufacturing
- Management
- Microsoft Excel
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Engineering Designer
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Engineering designers develop schematics and technical drawings for various projects, translating concepts into detailed design plans. Technical proficiency, strong CAD skills and attention to detail can be essential for accuracy and compliance.
Engineering Designer jobs take 43 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 13% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 408 jobsAverage pay
United States
$104,600 per year -
Entry Level Civil Engineer
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Entry-level civil engineers assist in project design and analysis, gaining hands-on experience in the field. A strong academic foundation in engineering principles and eagerness to learn are typically essential for growth in this role.
Entry Level Civil Engineer jobs take 30 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 17% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 375 jobsAverage pay
United States
$75,720 per year