High-paying civil engineering jobs in Des Moines

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 89 civil engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $79,382 and $141,550 per year. Civil Engineer, Bridge Engineer and Civil Designer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Des Moines, IA.

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Updated Nov 12, 2026
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Des Moines, IA
Iowa
Job openings (Des Moines)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Des Moines

$126,977 per year

Iowa

$94,974 per year

Wastewater Engineer

Des Moines

$60.64 per hour

Iowa

$54.29 per hour

Water Resources Engineer

Des Moines

$110,989 per year

Iowa

$110,369 per year

Bridge Engineer

Des Moines

$106,103 per year

Iowa

$91,930 per year

Structural Engineer

Des Moines

$105,539 per year

Iowa

$99,506 per year

Geotechnical Engineer

Des Moines

$99,462 per year

Iowa

$99,089 per year

Civil Engineer

Des Moines

$94,482 per year

Iowa

$89,760 per year

Civil Designer

Des Moines

$44.70 per hour

Iowa

$25.59 per hour

Traffic Engineer

Des Moines

$92,669 per year

Iowa

$45,537 per year

Entry Level Structural Engineer

Des Moines

$79,382 per year

Iowa

$79,382 per year

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