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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Fire Protection Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 days ago

Description Leidos is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer (with expertise in Fire Life Safety) to join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC) team. The position will...

Civil/Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline required Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred PE preferred 4-8 years of marine structural design experience...

Substation Civil/Structural Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 hours ago

Leidos is in search of a Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to join our diverse and fast-paced EPC Solutions organization....

Senior Traffic Engineer, Team Leader

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Overview Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) is a full-service consulting firm offering planning, engineering and program management services. Founded in 1935, LAN has grown from its humble...

Structural Design Engineer III

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description The purpose of this position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and perform the work listed. This role has the responsibility to promote...

Senior Bridge Engineer (PE) - Structural

  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Design Experience managing structural design and plan production Ability to communicate effectively with staff and clients MicroStation, Revit or AutoCAD training is a plus The Halff Structural Engineering...

Structural Engineer (Water Practice)

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

Use computer-assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering design documents. Attend and participate in project meetings....

Civil Engineer

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day 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!...

Senior Marine Structural Engineer Specialist

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

Undertake, supervise, and provide technical mentorship on analysis, modelling, reports, design, and drawings for marine structural engineering design....

Senior Civil Designer

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

Maintain the company standards for AutoCAD Civil 3D. QA/QC plan presentation according company standards. Review quality control of deliverable documents. Attend project meetings....

Commerical Chief Building Engineer

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

Chief Engineer Houston, TX 77042 Salary - up to $85k/year START ASAP!! Job Description Job Summary Responsible for the day-to-day operational management of all aspects of the assigned properties...

Civil Engineer

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Civil Engineer's primary duty is to execute and engineer the Civil Engineering aspects of various construction projects, from site identification to finish, ensuring that studies, designs...

Sr. Infrastructure Engineer

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

Position Summary Are you an experienced, passionate pioneer in technology who wants to work in a collaborative environment? As an experienced Sr. Infrastructure Engineer - Project Delivery...

Infrastructure Engineer

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

Position Summary Are you an experienced, passionate pioneer in technology who wants to work in a collaborative environment? As an experienced Infrastructure Engineer - Project Delivery Senior...

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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
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 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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