Occupation
Civil Engineer
A Civil Engineer designs, plans, and oversees infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, water systems, and land development, using AutoCAD and Civil 3D to produce engineering drawings and models. Responsibilities include Structural Analysis, Site Development planning, and Project Management to keep public and private construction projects on schedule and within regulatory requirements. This is a licensed profession (PE certification common) held by engineering graduates who work for municipalities, consulting firms, or construction companies.
Duties & responsibilities
- Design transportation, water, and infrastructure systems using engineering standards and software
- Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for projects
- Manage projects from planning and design phases through construction completion
- Oversee construction activities and coordinate with contractors to meet quality and safety standards
- Analyze site conditions and develop plans for drainage, utilities, and land development
- Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements and obtain necessary permits
- Lead and mentor junior engineering staff on technical aspects of projects
What Civil Engineer roles involve, from employers’ own postings.
How much does a Civil Engineer make?
Employers posting Civil Engineer roles list a median of $109,000 a year (middle half $89,000–$136,000), from 30 postings that state pay.
83% of open Civil Engineer roles publish a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it. Which states’ postings state pay
Who is hiring for Civil Engineer roles?
36 open Civil Engineer roles from 23 employers; the most at Stanley Consultants, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Air Education and Training Command, and in Illinois, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
From employers’ own postings, as of.
Civil Engineer in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
- Open roles
- 36
- Employers
- 23
- Median pay
- $109,000
- Disclose pay
- 83%
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Open Civil Engineer roles (36)
GENERAL ENGINEER (Title 5)
Air National Guard Units
Full-time · Des Moines, IA · $90,234 – $117,307
This is a supervisory civil engineering role managing a team that maintains, repairs, and constructs military facilities at an Air National Guard base. It suits someone with a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience with facility management, contractor coordination, and team leadership who wants to direct base infrastructure operations.
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Civil Engineer
U.S. Coast Guard
Full-time · Yorktown, VA · $90,838 – $118,092
This federal position oversees the design, construction, and renovation of Coast Guard facilities ranging from buildings and airfields to navigation aids and infrastructure. It suits experienced civil engineers seeking stable government employment with defined career progression and responsibility for complex, multifaceted projects.
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LEAD INTERDISCIPLINARY
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Sacramento, CA · $117,984 – $160,638
This is a federal civil engineer or hydrologist role leading a team responsible for managing the Water Control Data System and supporting water resource missions. The position involves coordinating team efforts, overseeing data systems, and managing contractor relationships for hydrologic and meteorologic projects.
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GENERAL ENGINEER
Air Education and Training Command
Columbus, MS · $89,508 – $116,362
This federal position involves designing and overseeing construction and renovation projects for military facilities, managing contractors, and handling facilities operations and maintenance. It suits someone with an engineering background seeking a government role with responsibility for infrastructure projects and compliance oversight.
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GENERAL ENGINEER
Air Force Civilian Career Training
Arlington, VA · $143,913 – $187,093
This is a developmental leadership role within the Air Force focused on energy facility policy, strategy, and program management across installations. It suits experienced federal civil engineers seeking broad exposure to executive-level decision-making and strategic planning in a complex organizational environment.
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Civil Engineer - DIRECT HIRE
Federal Highway Administration
Olympia, WA · $83,935 – $130,786
This Federal highway program position oversees the management and stewardship of Federally-funded transportation infrastructure projects, working with state DOTs to ensure compliance with Federal law and engineering standards. The role suits engineers with highway project delivery experience who can provide technical guidance and help resolve complex engineering issues within a regulatory framework.
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SUPERVISORY CIVIL ENGINEER
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
Full-time · Nimitz Hill, Guam · $106,437 – $138,370
This role oversees civil engineering projects and staff for the U.S. Navy in Guam, requiring both hands-on technical expertise and supervisory leadership across planning, design, and construction initiatives. It suits experienced engineers ready to mentor teams and manage complex facility improvements in a remote federal setting.
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Supervisory Civil Engineer
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Saint Ignatius, MT · $125,776 – $163,514
A federal supervisory engineering role managing dam and irrigation infrastructure projects for the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Montana. This position suits experienced civil engineers with dam or water resource expertise who are ready to lead technical teams and oversee complex rehabilitation and construction initiatives.
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Civil Engineer
Agriculture, Rural Development
Albuquerque, New Mexico · $75,489 – $117,625
This USDA Rural Development position advises federal and state agencies on engineering aspects of loan and grant-funded rural infrastructure projects, reviewing plans and designs for technical merit and compliance. It suits someone with civil engineering credentials and experience in project evaluation who wants to work in public service supporting rural development.
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Civil Engineer
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Chambersburg, PA · $57,736 – $111,087
This federal position involves overseeing the engineering design, maintenance, and repair of military helicopter depot facilities, with responsibility for developing standards, managing contractor compliance, and advising management on technical decisions. It suits experienced civil engineers with government contracting knowledge who want to work on large-scale military infrastructure projects.
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Likely next role (27)
Where Civil Engineers commonly go next: Senior Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer.
Structural Engineer
Public Buildings Service
Washington, DC · $127,829 – $197,200
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Structural Engineer
Sullair Corporation
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Structural Analysis Engineer II
Relativity Space
Long Beach, CA · $104,000 – $156,000
This role focuses on developing and validating structural analyses for launch vehicle components, from tanks and thrust structures to mechanisms and trays, using both computational tools and hands-on testing. The position suits engineers with aerospace analysis experience who want to solve complex multi-disciplinary problems and see their work directly influence a rapidly advancing rocket program.
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Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer
Terran Orbital
Full-time · Irvine, CA · $105,000 – $155,000
This senior structural engineer role focuses on designing and analyzing spacecraft structures from concept through testing and production at a satellite manufacturer. The position suits experienced aerospace engineers comfortable with finite element analysis, vibration testing, and collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.
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Structural Engineer
STV Group
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Structural Analysis Engineer - Experienced/ Senior
Boeing
Full-time · $126,650 – $171,350
Boeing is hiring structural engineers to analyze and verify the integrity of aircraft structures using simulation tools and testing throughout development. This role suits engineers with aerospace or mechanical background who can work independently on complex defense and commercial aircraft programs.
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CDI - Ingénieure / Ingénieur Structure Bâtiment
Arianespace / ArianeGroup
Full-time · Saint-Médard-en-Jalles - Issac
This role involves designing and dimensioning structural systems for complex aerospace and infrastructure projects, including concrete, steel, and composite materials. It suits experienced structural engineers who have worked in design offices on sophisticated projects and want to contribute to European space technology within a secure, well-established organization.
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Engineer II, Structural Analysis (R4952)
Shield AI
Full-time · San Diego, CA · $100,000 – $160,000
This role supports the structural design and testing of advanced unmanned aircraft, working with cross-functional engineering teams to optimize airframe performance and safety. It suits engineers with a few years of experience who want to deepen their expertise in finite element analysis, composite structures, and aerospace loads in a fast-moving defense-tech environment.
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Senior Structural Engineer
Stanley Consultants
Full-time · Austin, TX
Stanley Consultants seeks a senior structural engineer to lead technical work on transportation, industrial, energy, and federal infrastructure projects across the US. This role combines hands-on engineering expertise with team mentorship and multidisciplinary collaboration, suited to someone who wants influence on major infrastructure decisions while maintaining work-life balance.
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Senior Vehicle Structures Engineer
Relativity Space
Full-time · Long Beach, CA · $132,000 – $198,000
This role designs and analyzes primary and secondary structures for a commercial rocket vehicle, from conceptualization through manufacturing support and ground testing. It suits experienced mechanical or structural engineers who want hands-on ownership of flight hardware and thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
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U.S. Coast Guard
Birmingham, AL · $90,410 – $117,535
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Construction Manager
Volkert, Inc.
Montgomery, AL
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Supervisory Environmental Engineer (Deputy Director)
Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This Deputy Director role oversees environmental compliance, engineering, and sustainability programs across the U.S. Capitol Complex, managing staff and regulatory relationships while ensuring adherence to federal and state environmental standards. The position suits experienced environmental engineers who combine technical expertise with supervisory skill and can guide complex permitting, remediation, and pollution prevention initiatives.
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Construction Manager
JLL
El Segundo, CA
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Supervisory Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist
Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, DC · $131,342 – $197,200
This federal supervisory role leads teams within the EPA's air quality programs, providing technical guidance on air pollution control and emissions reduction policies while managing staff and stakeholder relationships.
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Supervisory Mechanical Engineer
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Omaha, NE · $118,204 – $145,483
A supervisory mechanical engineer position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, leading a design section while serving as the district's senior mechanical advisor on military, civil works, and environmental projects. The role suits experienced mechanical engineers ready to move into management and take responsibility for design quality across hydropower, flood control, HVAC, and related infrastructure systems.
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Electrical Engineer
Southwestern Power Administration
Jonesboro, AR · $57,999 – $103,709
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MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Naval Air Systems Command
Edwards, CA · $71,957 – $113,185
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Electrical Engineer
GE Appliances
Louisville, KY
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Construction Manager
BJ's Wholesale Club
Home Office/Remote, OH #0683
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What employers state they pay
Median
$109,000
Middle half
$89,000 – $136,000
From 30 of 36 open roles — the 83% that publish a range, annualized to USD. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
Who employers are hiring
- Entry14%
- Mid18%
- Senior39%
- Lead / Staff / Principal11%
- Management18%
From 28 roles whose posting states a level.
Skills Civil Engineer postings ask for
Measured from the 36 open roles, not from a curated list.
- Project Management7 roles19.4%
- AutoCAD6 roles16.7%
- Construction Management6 roles16.7%
- Civil Engineering5 roles13.9%
Where Civil Engineer roles are
Among the 29 of 36 open roles we could place on a map.
- Iowa2
Employers hiring Civil Engineers
23 in total, most open roles first.
- Stanley Consultants7 roles
- UEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers5 roles
- AC
- RSRelativity Space2 roles
- STV Group2 roles
- AD
- AT
- AUAir National Guard Units1 role