Civil Engineer Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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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Sr. DC Structural Engineer, AWS DC Design Engineering

  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

design requirements....

Junior Ship Structural Engineer

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field....

Entry Level Site/Civil Engineer

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 hours ago

Engineering required Previous internship experience preferred 0 - 5 years experience EIT is strongly preferred Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft office is required Must have excellent...

Senior Substation Civil / Structural Engineer

  • Vienna, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 16 hours ago

Collaborate with transmission line civil/structural engineers to cross-train and share resources....

Senior Professional, Structural Bridge Engineer

  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 19 hours ago

Preparation of structural analysis and design calculations. Review of drawings to assure compliance with design intent and specifications....

Graduate Structural Engineer- 2026

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of...

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties & Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related. P.E. is preferred....

ServiceNow Infrastructure Engineer with active TS/SCI Polygraph - Chantilly VA

  • Rosslyn, VA (24 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosslyn, VA (24 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance...

Structural Engineer

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago

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

Civil Engineer - Entry Level

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago

Civil Engineer (Entry) / Civil CAD Technician Job Description We are urgently seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join our dynamic team in Ashburn, VA office....

Chief Critical Infrastructure Engineer

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 2 days ago

DataBank Holdings Ltd. is a leading provider of enterprise-class data center, cloud, and interconnection services, offering customers 100% uptime availability of data, applications, and...

Building Engineer

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, is looking for a Building Engineer. The Building Engineer supports the designated leadership with the daily operations of all building...

US E-GPS Consulting Services - ServiceNow Infrastructure Engineer- EP/ServiceNow - PDM Project Delivery Specialist II - 497705 - AL (POLY)

  • Rosslyn, VA (24 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosslyn, VA (24 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and...

Lead Transportation Engineer

  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (7 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

engineering design standards....

Graduate Civil Engineer- 2026

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Engineering, or related field Successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities...

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Ashburn, VA 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 Ashburn, VA
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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