Civil Engineer Jobs in Hillsborough, NC

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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Mobile Building Engineer

  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Mobile Building Engineer Job ID 222780 Posted 30-May-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Morrisville - North Carolina - United...

Civil Project Engineer

  • Hillsborough, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NC
  • 11 days ago

Summit Design and Engineering Services is an award-winning, multi-disciplined firm headquartered in Hillsborough, NC. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company strives to deliver innovative, elegant...

Construction Engineer - Temporary Works Design

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Knowledge of AutoCAD, RISA suite, MathCAD and other structural analysis software is a plus....

Civil Engineer Designer Engineer in Training

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 22 days ago

Thomas & Hutton has an opening for a motivated and driven Civil Engineer - Designer - Engineer in Training in Durham, NC....

Stormwater Engineer

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 24 days ago

STORMWATER ENGINEER | CIVIL ENGINEER | CIVIL DESIGNER | PE | EIT | AUTOCAD | CIVIL 3D | SITE DEVELOPMENT | STORMWATER MANAGEMENT | EROSION CONTROL | PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT | LAND DEVELOPMENT | NC STORMWATER...

Lead Civil Engineer

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

of Science in Civil Engineering Professional Engineer registration in North Carolina, or ability to obtain within one year 7-10 years of professional engineering experience Valid state driver's license...

Construction Engineer II EPC

  • Rougemont, NC (15 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rougemont, NC (15 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to...

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Burlington, NC (24 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, NC (24 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Work with other architecture and engineering design professionals in the coordination and delivery of projects under the direction of a senior engineer....

Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront)

  • Burlington, NC (24 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, NC (24 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

design tools such as MathCAD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM, Microsoft Project, and structural software such as CSiBridge, Shoring Suite, and Optimoor....

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance Azure cloud environments. As a key member of our IT team, you'll collaborate with...

Senior Roadway Engineer

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field. NC Professional Engineering license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months....

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Hillsborough, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hillsborough, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Proficient in structural analysis/design software (e.g., RISA3D, RAM, SAP2000, ETABS). Skilled in BIM and drafting tools (AutoCAD, Revit); able to lead and review drawing production....

Land Development Engineer

  • Chapel Hill, NC (7 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (7 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD * All inquiries are confidential * For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Emily Rich at .......

Land Development Engineer

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and HydroCAD * All inquiries are confidential * For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Emily Rich at .......

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Expected Travel : Up to 10% Requisition ID : 12210 About Teleflex Incorporated As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Hillsborough, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Hillsborough, NC 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 Hillsborough, NC
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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