Civil Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage; this includes AutoCAD, BlueBeam, MathCAD, Navisworks, RISA-3D etc. Experience with working in a team setting....

Roadway Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

EDUCATION: Completion of Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited college/university....

Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Structural Engineering team brings together the skills of project managers, civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, numerical modelers, and a wide range of related disciplines...

Civil Engineer

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

with clients, architects, and other professionals Ability to assess clients' needs, schedules and requirements AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency Apply now for your next step in your Civil Engineer career...

Assistant Chief Building Engineer - Memorial City Area

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for performing complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. Working under limited...

Senior Structural Engineer - (Remote)

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Analysis Software such as STAAD, SFrame, RISA, LPILE and/or transmission line design software PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole & Tower, SAGSEC and CAISSON etc...)...

Remote Work

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

. - Lead structural design tasks and projects. - Mentor junior staff and assist in their professional development. - Oversee development of preliminary and detailed civil /structural analysis and design...

Civil Engineer Needed

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Our reputable multi-disciplinary Civil Engineering Firm, located in the Texas market. We are looking for a Civil Engineer, with a passion to deliver excellence!...

Associate Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to lead field evaluations of industrial structures, analyze data, evaluate root cause of failure, develop models, conduct calculations, and develop...

Remote: Fire Protection Engineer (BIE)

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South...

Remote Work

Lead Staff Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team player to lead field evaluations of industrial structures, analyze data, evaluate root cause of failure, complete analytical modeling and calculations,...

Principal Geotechnical / Civil Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, and similar computer programs....

Civil Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

with clients, architects, and other professionals Ability to assess clients' needs, schedules and requirements AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency Apply now for your next step in your Civil Engineer career...

Graduate Civil Engineer-Texas Locations

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Primary Function: As a member of a project team, the Graduate Engineer will perform engineering and design duties, which require application of engineering principles. Assignments are closely...

Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

design and analysis....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Civil Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Houston, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
30.0%
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 Houston, TX
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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