Civil Engineer Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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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Sr. Coastal Engineer

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team as a Senior Coastal Engineer at APTIM! Are you passionate about making a difference in coastal management? APTIM, a global leader in environmental consulting and engineering, is...

Traffic Engineer I

  • Lake Worth, FL (6 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (6 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Do: The primary focus of this role will be to perform traffic engineering design for diverse FDOT projects, such as the Glades Road Diverging Diamond Interchange....

Senior Site Civil Engineer

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking a Senior Site Civil Engineer....

Building Engineer - Kitchen Equipment

  • Juno Beach, FL (8 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Juno Beach, FL (8 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Building Engineer - Kitchen Equipment Job ID 234154 Posted 20-Aug-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Juno Beach - Florida -...

Junior Structural Engineer

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Come work in a dynamic environment where people are inspired to produce high quality work every day. Not only will you receive a generous PTO & benefits plan, but also a nationally recognized...

Junior Structural Engineer

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago

Come work in a dynamic environment where people are inspired to produce high quality work every day. Not only will you receive a generous PTO & benefits plan, but also a nationally recognized...

Civil Engineer - Land Development

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn's Palm Beach County offices are seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Land Development team! This is not a remote position....

Site Engineer

  • Wellington, FL (8 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wellington, FL (8 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 days ago

engineering projects?...

Structural Engineer 7- Hydraulic Structures

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 17 days ago

**Preferred Qualifications:** - Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a Structural Focus. - Professional Structural Engineer license. - Experience with analysis and design of reinforced concrete...

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Civil Engineer III

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 21 days ago

Company Description Job Description AECOM's Water Business Line is actively seeking a Civil Engineer III for employment in the West Palm Beach or Fort Lauderdale, Florida office....

Civil Engineer IV

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 21 days ago

Job Description AECOM's Water Business Line is actively seeking a Civil Engineer IV....

Civil Engineer (Professional Engineer)

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 22 days ago

problem solve Software experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other applicable engineer design tools P.E. is preferred but would consider a strong E.I.T who can obtain their P.E. within...

AWS Infrastructure Engineer (MEX Based)

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Our client is looking for strong AWS infrastructure engineers to join their facility in Mexico. This position will be hybrid 2 days a week onsite in either their Mexico City location or Monterrey....

Construction Engineer II

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 27 days ago

Overview Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Next150 Construction is seeking a motivated Construction Engineer II to assist the...

Highway Design Engineer

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 27 days ago

Essential Skills Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. Active Professional Engineer (PE) license. Minimum of 5 years of technical experience in transportation design....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in West Palm Beach, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
30.0%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
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 West Palm Beach, FL
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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