Civil Engineer Jobs in Lexington, KY

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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Mid-Level Civil Engineer (Mine Reclamation)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago

MID-LEVEL CIVIL ENGINEER (MINE RECLAMATION) JOB DESCRIPTION The responsibilities for this position include assisting in planning and designing Abandoned Mine Land (AML) and reclamation projects, impoundment...

Early Career Civil Engineer (Mine Reclamation)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago

EARLY CAREER CIVIL ENGINEER (MINE RECLAMATION) JOB DESCRIPTION The responsibilities for this position include assisting in planning and designing Abandoned Mine Land (AML) and reclamation projects,...

Civil Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications & Experience 5+ years of experience in Bridge Engineering BS in Civil Engineering PE/SE license preferred EIT's with the ability to get a license are still strongly encouraged to...

Civil Engineer

  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 12 days ago

Professional working experience with substations * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program required * Registered PE license in the Commonwealth of Kentucky preferred *...

Forensic Civil/Structural Engineer (P.E.) - Louisville OR Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago

Overview We are currently seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for our Louisville OR Lexington Kentucky District with experience specific to the design and/or construction of residential and/or commercial...

Roadway Engineer Team Lead

  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications Minimum Requirements BS in Civil Engineering or related technical design field....

Civil Engineer in Site Design

  • Lexington, KY
  • 28 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 28 days ago

Candidate must be a licensed PE with a minimum of 6-years of experience and have experience using AutoCad Civil 3D and Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis....

Transportation Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 29 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 29 days ago

Education and Experience Completion of a four (4) year college level academic program in Civil Engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree is mandatory. At least five (5) years of experience....

Transportation Engineer in Training - Roadway

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. 0-3 years of experience (Co-op / Internship experience preferred)....

Civil Engineer III - Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in Lexington, KY....

Building Engineer - $1k sign-on bonus!

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Building Engineer - $1k sign-on bonus! Job ID 211563 Posted 20-Mar-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Building Management, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities...

Senior Transportation Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with KYTC Division of Planning on transportation projects Education and Experience Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering Registered Professional...

Structural Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Your Key Responsibilities Perform complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects. May be responsible for the review and sealing of own projects or the work of the others....

Water Resources Civil Engineer (EIT)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 45+ days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering; Master's degree preferred Kentucky Engineer In Training (EIT) certification Minimum 5 years experience with design and construction...

Civil Engineer - Land Planning Market

  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering required....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Lexington, KY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY
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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