Civil Engineer Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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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Renewable Energy Site Engineer

  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago

**Qualifications:** - Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering. - 6+ years of professional experience. - EIT or PE certification preferred. - Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D. - Strong communication skills...

Land Development-Civil Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 16 days ago

engineering required Must have EIT or a PE license Must have a working knowledge of Civil3D History of meeting deadlines * ALL CONVERSATIONS ARE STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL * To be considered and for more...

Civil Engineer I / Engineer II

  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation is a huge plus. Applicants that have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in New York are also preferred....

Entry Level Civil/Construction Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 18 days ago

Role description: Arcadis is currently seeking an Entry Level Civil Engineer/Construction Engineer to provide support on environmental demolition and remediation projects....

Structural Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 20 days ago

Must have a strong Knowledge of structural design on a variety of projects A motivated personality to take on projects with the team EIT and path to obtain PE What they have for you: Competitive base...

Structural Project Engineer, Dams & Waterfront

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 25 days ago

and industrial engineering design codes, standards, guidelines, and best practices needed for design of complex structures and projects....

Structural Engineer, Dams & Waterfront

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 25 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 25 days ago

Your starting point for constant growth For this role, we believe your starting point is: BS in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Structural Engineering EIT 2+ years of experience with focus...

Structural Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 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...

Senior Structural Engineer, Dams & Waterfront

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 26 days ago

For this role, we believe your starting point is: BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, Registered Professional Engineer, 10+ years of experience with focus and technical knowledge in structural design...

Graduate Structural Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago

We're looking for a Structural Engineer to join our Engineering Design Organization!...

Structural Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

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

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Our Northeast Engineering Design Organization has an opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer to join their team!...

Bridge Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

What Youll Do as a Bridge Engineer Support bridge design engineering, including load rating, structural analysis, and foundation design....

Structural Project Engineer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture,...

Civil Designer

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Our Northeast Engineering Design Organization (EDO) office is looking for a Civil Designer to join the team!...

Demographic Data for Syracuse, NY

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Syracuse, NY 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 Syracuse, NY
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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