Explore Civil Engineer Jobs

Find civil engineering opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, from senior technical positions to engineering management. Civil engineers help plan, design, build, and maintain the infrastructure communities depend on, including roads, bridges, water systems, buildings, and transportation networks.

What Civil Engineers Do

Civil engineers apply engineering principles to infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. Depending on the role, they may develop plans and specifications, evaluate sites, analyze structural or transportation systems, coordinate with architects and contractors, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure work meets safety and regulatory requirements. Many positions also involve sustainability, resilience, and the use of digital design and modeling tools.

Common Civil Engineering Specialties

Career paths may focus on structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, construction, or municipal engineering. Senior civil engineers often lead complex projects, review technical work, manage client relationships, or supervise multidisciplinary teams. Specialized knowledge and professional credentials can help candidates qualify for advanced roles.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, relevant project experience, and familiarity with design and analysis software. Depending on the position and location, a Professional Engineer (PE) license may be required or preferred. Strong communication, collaboration, project management, and problem-solving skills are valuable, particularly for roles involving clients, public agencies, or construction teams.

Find Your Next Civil Engineer Role

Explore civil engineer openings on Ladders, including vetted positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by specialization, seniority, location, and employer to identify roles aligned with your expertise and next career move.

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$100K - $170K *

Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $130K *

Empower communities by leading diverse municipal projects, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions that enhance infrastructure across Maine a...

South Portland, MERemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $113K *

Champion innovative civil/site engineering solutions for energy projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical designs from planning through construction, ensuring complianc...

Columbus, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading structural engineering reviews for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to optimize design, support financing, and deliver actionable insights...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career and lead diverse municipal engineering projects. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to drive innovative design solutions and enhance your leadership skills while managing pr...

Flint, MIRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $145K *

Transform the future of civil engineering in Mission Critical Data Center projects, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative designs that meet dynamic challenges across a variety of comm...

Des Moines, IARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Join us to lead geotechnical engineering standards and quality, driving technical credibility and customer engagement in civil infrastructure projects. Collaborate across teams to translate engineerin...

California, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by leading standards and quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and drive customer engagement in comp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Lead a team that shapes geotechnical engineering standards and quality. Engage with infrastructure stakeholders to enhance trust in subsurface intelligence technology while driving technical excellenc...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Champion geotechnical engineering excellence by leading standards and quality. Engage with infrastructure stakeholders to enhance trust in subsurface intelligence technology while driving collaboratio...

Denver, CORemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Innovate solutions as a Water Resources Engineer, tackling hydrologic and hydraulic challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful renewable energy and infrastructure...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $150K *

Drive innovation in renewable energy by conducting power system studies, utilizing advanced software tools, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance efficiency and support sustainable solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $91K *

Support engineering tasks in SCADA systems, collaborating with teams to create designs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure project accuracy while enhancing quality and efficiency in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Drive innovative civil engineering solutions for utility-scale solar projects. Lead design teams, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality project execution while collaborating with clients and stake...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $87K *

Unlock potential by leveraging engineering expertise to analyze, design, and deliver innovative solutions for diverse civil projects, collaborating across disciplines to meet client needs and regulato...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Launch your engineering career by contributing to innovative civil projects, utilizing advanced software, and collaborating across disciplines to shape the future built environment while adhering to r...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in power generation, focusing on excitation systems. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while enjo...

Warrenville, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead investigations into pipeline incidents, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate with federal and state agencies to analyze failures and share insights, enhancing national pipeline safety thro...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $165K *

Lead the design and integration of marine electrical systems for commercial and governmental vessels. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing technical responsibilities for shipboar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K *

Unlock potential by leading complex tunnel and trenchless projects. Leverage your 15+ years of expertise in design and construction management to drive successful outcomes and enhance client relations...

Riverside, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a civil engineer do?question toggle

    Civil engineers plan, design, and oversee infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, water systems, and transportation networks. Their work may include analysis, design, permitting, construction oversight, and maintenance planning.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for civil engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline and relevant project experience. Some positions require or prefer a Professional Engineer (PE) license, especially when the engineer is responsible for approving or overseeing regulated work.

  • What specialties are available in civil engineering?question toggle

    Common specialties include structural, transportation, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, construction, and municipal engineering. Senior professionals may also move into project management, consulting, or engineering leadership.

  • How can I find civil engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional civil engineering roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s location, responsibilities, seniority, and qualifications to find a strong match.