High-paying civil engineering jobs in Durham

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 79 civil engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $93,917 and $146,921 per year. Civil Engineer, Wastewater Engineer and Senior Civil Engineer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Durham, NC.

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Updated Oct 23, 2026
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Durham, NC
North Carolina
Job openings (Durham)

Senior Civil Engineer

Durham

$146,921 per year

North Carolina

$117,827 per year

Civil Engineer

Durham

$125,411 per year

North Carolina

$93,027 per year

Sustainability Engineer

Durham

$113,046 per year

North Carolina

$101,119 per year

Wastewater Engineer

Durham

$97,799 per year

North Carolina

$109,818 per year

Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Durham

$93,917 per year

North Carolina

$72,607 per year

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