Civil Engineer Jobs in Wilmington, DE

A Civil Engineer is an integral part of the engineering industry, responsible for designing, constructing, and overseeing the maintenance of infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and wastewater treatment plants. They perform various tasks such as conducting feasibility studies, developing detailed plans, estimating costs, and ensuring that projects comply with legal requirements and environmental guidelines. A Civil Engineer also plays a crucial role in making decisions on issues like traffic flow, water resource use, and urban development.

Important skills for a Civil Engineer include strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in using specialized software for designing and modeling infrastructure systems. They should also have excellent communication skills to effectively present their ideas and negotiate with clients and other professionals. The essential certifications for a Civil Engineer include a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license which requires a degree from an ABET-accredited program, four years of relevant work experience, and passing scores on two exams. Prior to becoming a Civil Engineer, individuals might work as a Civil Engineering Intern, Engineering Technician, or Junior Civil Engineer to gain practical experience and technical skills in the field.

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Building Engineer

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 13 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 13 hours ago

Building Engineer Job Description Building Engineer Be part of something bigger! Do you love being part of an engaged team who works with passion and dedication to make buildings run smoothly...

AWS Infrastructure Engineer - Need Locals

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

AWS Infrastructure Engineer - Need Locals Skills: 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure. Proficiency in IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS CDK). Strong scripting skills...

Engineer, Civil

  • Kennett Square, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

WHO WE ARE As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in...

Structural Project Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Requires a Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field plus 2 years of related experience....

General Engineer -Civil/ Structural

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

analysis and design software (RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, LPILE, MFAD, etc.)...

Structural Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications: Knowledge of concrete, steel, and masonry structural design per IBC and referenced standards. 0-5 years of experience in structural engineering design....

Site Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Site Engineer Location: Philadelphia, PA Be a key force in launching a state-of-the-art gene therapy facility. As a Site Engineer youll lead the design, execution, and qualification of Building...

Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Grid

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 4 days ago

You will perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations....

Civil Engineer- Alternative Energy

  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, DE (12 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Civil Engineer- Alternative Energy at KCI Technologies Inc. in Newark, Delaware, United States Job Description Sr....

Sr. Infrastructure Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you an experienced, passionate pioneer in technology who wants to work in a collaborative environment? As an experienced Sr. Infrastructure Engineer - Project Delivery...

Project Structural Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or a related technical discipline such as Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering....

Principal Structural Bridge Engineer

  • Middle City East, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Middle City East, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

#LI-HR Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree minimum and (Master's degree with structural emphasis preferred) in Civil Engineering from an accredited university....

Highway Design Engineer

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 5 days ago

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Building Engineer

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 7 days ago

Our global real estate property management company is seeking a Building Engineer in the Wilmington, DE area. This person will be reporting to the director of engineering and being the lead...

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 7 days ago

Essential skills and experience: BS degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program Three or more years of experience working as a member of a...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Wilmington, DE offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.4%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Civil Engineers in Wilmington, DE
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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