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How much do civil transportation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil transportation engineer in Texas is $91,466.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,700.00 and $107,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a civil transportation engineer?

The duties of a civil transportation engineer include the construction and maintenance of various transport systems and infrastructure design for roads, railways, airports, and canals. Responsibilities include reading and making edits to proposals drafted by other engineers, analyzing engineering data and schematics using CAD software, and recommending driving policies. You develop budgets and schedules for projects, manage a design team in some cases, work on all project phases including creating proposals and reviewing final work, while also mentoring junior staff and ensuring all projects meet quality standards and client requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a civil transportation engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Civil Transportation Engineer, you need a solid background in civil engineering principles, transportation planning, and traffic analysis, usually supported by a degree in civil engineering and Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and traffic simulation tools, as well as experience with relevant codes and regulations, is crucial. Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills help you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. These competencies ensure the effective design, safety, and sustainability of transportation infrastructure projects.

What are some common challenges faced by civil transportation engineers when working on large infrastructure projects?

Civil Transportation Engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, managing tight project timelines, and adapting to evolving regulatory requirements. Balancing environmental considerations, budget constraints, and public safety needs also requires careful planning and collaboration. Successful engineers develop strong communication and project management skills to navigate these complexities and ensure projects are delivered efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Civil Transportation Engineer vs Civil Structural Engineer?

AspectCivil Transportation EngineerCivil Structural Engineer
Primary FocusDesign and improve transportation systems like roads, highways, and transitDesign and analyze building and infrastructure structures like bridges and buildings
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license often preferredBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license often required
Work EnvironmentFieldwork on transportation projects, office design workOffice-based structural design, site inspections
Industry UsageTransportation agencies, consulting firms, governmentConstruction firms, engineering consultancies, government

Both Civil Transportation Engineers and Civil Structural Engineers require similar credentials and often work within the civil engineering industry. However, their focus areas differ: transportation engineers specialize in transit systems and roadway infrastructure, while structural engineers focus on building and bridge stability. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Civil Transportation Engineer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Civil Transportation Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,466 per year, or $44 per hour.

Civil Engineer - Transportation

Huitt-Zollars

El Paso, TX โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description

Civil Engineer - Transportationย 


Role Description: ย Huitt-Zollars, Inc has a full-time opportunity for a Civil Engineer - Transportation for our El Paso office with at least 4-10 years' experience and a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas. The successful candidate will have experience in traffic engineering, roadway design, drainage studies/design, traffic control, permitting, utility relocations, right-of-way engineering, construction document preparation, and post design construction services. Traffic Engineering experience a plus. The candidate will work in a team environment on transportation, transit, and public works projects primarily in El Paso with opportunities to work on projects for other offices.ย 

Location: El Paso, Texas

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): Texas Registered Professional Engineer (PE License) Required ย 

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)


Duties:

  • Serve as Civil Engineer in the development of roadway feasibility and planning studies, geometric design, drainage studies and designs, construction plans, specifications.ย 
  • Experience in leading a complex civil transportation project including roadway geometric design, drainage design, signage and pavement markings, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, traffic signals, traffic control plans and construction sequencing.
  • Experience with a TxDOT projects a plus.
  • Experience in performing traffic impact analysis, safety analysis, traffic signal design, Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) planning studies, ITS Design, ITS standard sheet and specification.
  • Coordinate with EITs, designers and drafters.
  • Review shop drawings, perform field observations, and facilitate construction management/administration activities.
  • Support project proposals, scopes, budgets, and manage execution and tracking of projects.
  • Complete projects within client specifications, budgets and schedules.
  • Assist in preparation of project reports including feasibility studies, implementation plans, engineering summary reports, and drainage impact analyses.
  • Coordinate online meetings, preparation of meeting agendas, and distribution of meeting.

ย ย Qualifications:

  • BS Degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Must be a licensed PE in Texas.
  • Minimum of 4 -10 years of transportation engineering design experience.
  • Proficient in MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Synchro, VISSIM, Highway Capacity Software (HCS) and TransCAD Modeling software.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.ย 

Task Manager Role Annual Performance Goals & Expectations:

  • Having a deep understanding of how your work and contributions as a co-owner add to Huitt-Zollars' mission and core values.
  • Assists PM in achieving target Effective Labor Multiplier (ELM) of all associated tasks.
  • Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
  • Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge.
  • Effectively leads, creates, plans, executes project tasks on a project.
  • Takes on more responsibilities and actively seeks out opportunities to grow/learn beyond their typical key responsibilities that add value to the quality, efficiency, and/or profitability of a project(s), a team(s), or the Company's performance.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies.


About Huitt-Zollars:

  • Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients.ย 
  • Located in more than 20 locations throughout 11 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
  • MDLive Telehealth
  • Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
  • Paid Vacation/Annual Leaveย 
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
  • Term Life / AD&D insurance
  • Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
  • Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP
  • Work for an Employee-Owned firm

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
  • The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.


Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Human Resources team and without an active, fully executed service agreement.ย 


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Huitt-Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.