Civil Engineer Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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 IV

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

**Ideal Background** **Education:** Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required....

Civil Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and other relevant engineering design software....

Principal Structural Engineer -Nuclear

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago

Lead Civil/Structural Engineer - Nuclear Projects (Hybrid) Energize your career with a strategic leadership role in the nuclear energy sector....

Lead Traffic Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago

**This Opportunity** This position will be a key hire to help grow our Traffic Engineering practice, including Traffic Engineering design, signal design, traffic analysis, and traffic studies....

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago

Providing technical input to studies and structural design, including areas of expertise....

Structural Engineer 2 - Nuclear

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago

Essential skills and experience: BS in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program 1 or more years of applicable experience, or an MSCE from an ABET Engineering...

Structural Engineer 3 - Nuclear

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago

Since 1954, weve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial...

Principal Transportation Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Requirements Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee or ability to obtain within 6 months....

Lead Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Since 1954, weve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial...

Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Since 1954, weve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial...

Civil Engineer - Mid-Level

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for Civil Engineering specifications or calculations....

Senior Roadway Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 21 days ago

This position has the flexibility to work in either Chattanooga, Knoxville, or Nashville, TN. Travel to the Knoxville, TN office will be required. Are you passionate about making a tangible...

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 23 days ago

Stantec has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer....

Structural Engineer (PE)

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago

Performs other duties as required Education & Experience Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structures from an ABET accredited university....

Senior Bridge Engineer

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago

Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in structural engineering, with a focus on bridge design and plan production PE is required...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Chattanooga, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.6%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
High School or GED
2.3%
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 Chattanooga, TN
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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