Civil Engineer Jobs in Centreville, 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 (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

design requirements....

Junior Ship Structural Engineer

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 10 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 (22 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 11 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 (13 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA (13 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Senior Professional, Structural Bridge Engineer

  • Herndon, VA (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

Masters Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering....

Civil Project Engineer 1

  • Warrenton, VA (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Warrenton, VA (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

engineering field Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff Ability to lead teams with others that utilize industry standard software that assists with civil engineering analysis and design...

Infrastructure Engineer - Digital Workplace, Collaboration Platform Team

  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Transportation Civil Engineer (Early Career)

  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

This firm is seeking an Entry-Level or Early Career Transportation Civil Engineer to join their team....

Graduate Structural Engineer- 2026

  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Centreville, 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 (20 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (20 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Fire Protection Engineer

  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Architect of the Capitol, Office of Safety and Code Compliance, Fire Marshal Division is seeking a reliable and detail oriented Fire Protection Engineer to review and provide recommendations...

Senior DC Structural Engineer, AWS DC Design Engineering

  • Herndon, VA (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (9 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

design requirements....

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

  • Rosslyn, VA (21 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosslyn, VA (21 miles from Centreville, 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 (12 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (12 miles from Centreville, 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 (12 miles from Centreville, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (12 miles from Centreville, 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....

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Salary for Civil Engineer Jobs in Centreville, VA

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Highest Education Level

Civil Engineers in Centreville, 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 Centreville, 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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