Civil Engineer Jobs in Plano, 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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IT Infrastructure Engineer

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Genesis10 is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer for our client in the Financial Services Industry. This is a Contract to Hire opportunity located in Irving, TX. 75039 This is a "Hybrid"...

Lead AWS Infrastructure Engineer-Dallas, TX-Only Locals

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

Lead AWS Infrastructure Engineer-Dallas, TX-Only Locals We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead AWS Infrastructure Engineer to design, build, and lead the development of scalable,...

AV Design Engineer I

  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Insight Global is looking to hire a Project Engineer to support a large digital enablement solutions provider local to Dallas Texas. As a Project Engineer, you will design, specify, and manage the...

Senior Traffic Engineer, Team Leader

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Infrastructure Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Infrastructure Engineer Position Location: Pittsburgh, PA / Cleveland, OH / Dallas, TX / Birmingham, AL / Phoenix, AZ / Miamisburg, OH / Philadelphia, PA / Jacksonville, FL / Rocky Mount, NC...

Civil Engineer

  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (6 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 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!...

Sr. Infrastructure Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days 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

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days 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...

Civil Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • Plano, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 3 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 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!...

Civil Engineer

  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 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!...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Plano, TX

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Plano, 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 Plano, 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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