Civil Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Junior Infrastructure Engineer

  • Visionist
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required. Visionist is bidding on an upcoming PRIME contract and, in anticipation of award, were seeking Infrastructure Engineers to join our team at the...

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Intermediate Survey Engineer

  • Tetra Tech
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Survey Engineer to support FAA FMDS work across the US and its territories. The Survey Engineer will provide will provide...

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Building Engineer

  • The Donohoe Companies, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Overview Complete Building Services (CBS) is dedicated to the operation and maintenance of commercial and government facilities. As the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc.-Washington,...

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Jr. Survey Engineer

  • Tetra Tech
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Survey Engineer to support FAA FMDS work across the US and its territories. The Survey Engineer will provide will provide...

Remote

Civil (Design) Engineer (Data Centers)

  • Jacobs
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

aspects of medium to large scale industrial developments Demonstrated experience with all design modules of AutoCAD Civil 3D Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, problem-solving...

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Midlevel Ship Structural Engineer

  • CACI
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field....

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Ship Structural Engineer (Junior to Mid-Level)

  • CACI
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

design This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately....

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Structural Engineer

  • JRC
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

design specifications, standards, and practices....

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Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation

  • Environmental Resources Management, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

What You'll Bring Required * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban/Transportation Planning, or related field....

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Civil Roadway Engineer

  • Parsons Commercial Technology Group Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications: Experience: 3-7 years of related experience in highway/roadway engineering design. Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (required)....

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Fire Protection Engineer (Remote Eligible)

  • State of Virginia
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Department: SVP Administration & Operations Classification: GMU Worker Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage Job Type: Part-Time Location: Fairfax, VA Workplace Type: Remote Eligible Sponsorship...

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Fire Protection Engineer - Security Clearance required

  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Market Cities & Places At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes,...

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Building Engineer II

  • Carr
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: 1875 K Street - Washington, DC 20006Salary Range: $1.00 - $64,480.00 Salary/yearDepartment: Property Management Reports To: Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, or...

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Principal Structural or Architectural Engineer (MS/PhD)

  • Exponent, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago

Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field Significant business development experience with a proven track record Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) or...

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Aviation Civil Engineer II

  • Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago

Position summary: Responsible for performing and leading the civil engineering design for tasks or sub-tasks to support aviation clients by using basic project management and advanced knowledge of general...

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Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
30.0%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.3%
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 District of Columbia
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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