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 15,856 Civil Engineering jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $61,430 to $132,038 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 Aug 18, 2026
Job title
United States
Job openings
Civil Engineer
United States
$96,554
per year
Structural Engineer
United States
$107,279
per year
Senior Structural Engineer
United States
$132,038
per year
Senior Civil Engineer
United States
$118,312
per year
Wastewater Engineer
United States
$107,579
per year
Geotechnical Engineer
United States
$92,269
per year
Water Resources Engineer
United States
$90,292
per year
Bridge Engineer
United States
$111,595
per year
Civil Designer
United States
$86,753
per year
Structural Designer
United States
$95,093
per year
Traffic Engineer
United States
$108,569
per year
Environmental Engineer
United States
$93,257
per year
Engineering Designer
United States
$105,883
per year
Solar Technician
United States
$30.72
per hour
Highway Engineer
United States
$104,737
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 128 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 15% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 3,720 jobsAverage pay
United States
$96,554 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, 23% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 2,802 jobsAverage pay
United States
$107,279 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 72 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 23% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,240 jobsAverage pay
United States
$132,038 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.
Currently, 29% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,178 jobsAverage pay
United States
$118,312 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 29 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 28% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 979 jobsAverage pay
United States
$107,579 per yearSkills
- Wastewater treatment
- Civil engineering
- Communication skills
- AutoCAD
- Project management
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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.
Currently, 15% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 861 jobsAverage pay
United States
$92,269 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- Geotechnical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Analysis skills
- AutoCAD
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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, 29% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 791 jobsAverage pay
United States
$90,292 per yearSkills
- Communication skills
- HEC
- Civil engineering
- Water resources
- Civil 3D
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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 55 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 26% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 759 jobsAverage pay
United States
$111,595 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- AutoCAD
- CAD
- Project management
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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 11 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 21% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 746 jobsAverage pay
United States
$86,753 per yearSkills
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- Construction
- Revit
- Microsoft Office
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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 30 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 27% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 640 jobsAverage pay
United States
$95,093 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, 36% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 598 jobsAverage pay
United States
$108,569 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.
Currently, 19% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 454 jobsAverage pay
United States
$93,257 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 28 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 20% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
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United States
$105,883 per year -
Solar Technician
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Solar Technicians install and maintain solar energy systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Technical skills in electrical systems, customer service abilities, and knowledge of solar technologies are essential for success.
Solar Technician jobs take 42 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 348 jobsAverage pay
United States
$30.72 per hourSkills
- Electrical experience
- Hand tools
- Utility locating
- Heavy equipment operation
- English
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Highway Engineer
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Highway engineers design and manage highway projects, ensuring safety and the effective flow of traffic. Key skills for this role include analytical thinking, knowledge of traffic regulations and effective project management.
Currently, 28% of job openings offer remote or hybrid positions and 0% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 325 jobsAverage pay
United States
$104,737 per yearSkills
- Civil engineering
- Civil 3D
- AutoCAD
- Project management
- Quality assurance