Civil Engineer Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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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Civil Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Civil Engineer Department: Civil Engineering Location: Syracuse, NY Working at C2AE C2AE is a growing team of technical and creative people who love design....

Structural Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Technical Qualifications Bachelor of Science from an ABET accredited university, required PE, required 2+ years of experience in structural engineering design, required....

Transportation Engineer 9-P11 (Plan Review Engineer - Bridge) - Bureau of Development

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering, preferred. We may consider applicants that will be obtaining a bachelors degree by May 31, 2025....

Transportation Engineer 9-P11 (Plan Review Engineer - Road) - Bureau of Development

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering, preferred. We may consider applicants that will be obtaining a bachelors degree by May 31, 2025....

Staff Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer (FinOps)

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Bridge Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Bridge Engineer Department: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Location: Lansing, MI Description The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service...

Structural Engineer

  • East Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago

Structural Engineer (Commercial Construction) JOB DESCRIPTION A dynamic contractor in the area is looking for a driven Structural Engineer as they continue to grow. The ideal candidate will have...

Transportation Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 25 days ago

Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or Structural Engineering 5+ years of experience in design and engineering for transportation projects Experience using OpenRoads Design software Professional...

Civil Engineer

  • Okemos, MI (2 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Okemos, MI (2 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 26 days ago

Develop drawing packages utilizing AutoCAD & Civil 3D for geometric layout, grading, drainage, and underground utilities....

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer III

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

This individual will primarily focus on implementing Azure-based cloud solutions, using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, while also serving as an escalation point for...

Geotechnical/Civil Engineer

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Geotechnical/Civil Engineer for our Lansing, MI office....

Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 (Brdg. Inspect. Eng.) - Bureau of Brdg. & Strs.

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Are you looking for a career that is out of the ordinary? Do you have a passion for public service and its ever-changing landscape? Do you like work that is continuously developing and changing?...

Civil Engineer, PE - Water/Wastewater

  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

/Civil 3D and Revit....

Roadway Engineer II

  • East Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago

What We're Looking For HNTB's East Lansing office is seeking a Roadway Engineer II to join our design team. As part of a nationwide firm, HNTB Michigan has delivered solutions for some of the...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in East Lansing, MI 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 East Lansing, MI
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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