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System One

Civil Engineer (Project Manager)

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$81K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews. * Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and ...

OHM Advisors

Water Resources Project Engineer

Knoxville, TN

$81K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Provide oversight and technical guidance to junior engineers and staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project standards. * Conduct site assessments, field inspections, and ...

System One

Civil Engineer (Project Manager)

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$81K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews. * Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and ...

Mesa Associates, Inc.

Owner's Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site +1

$73K - $98K/yr

Check/review junior personnel's work for accuracy/adherence to client and national standards * Perform/review project scoping activities * Prepare engineering labor cost estimates * Mentor junior ...

Mesa Associates Inc.

Owner's Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site +1

$73K - $98K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Check/review junior personnel's work for accuracy/adherence to client and national standards * Perform/review project scoping activities * Prepare engineering labor cost estimates * Mentor junior ...

Strata-G, LLC

Engineers

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Mentor Junior Staff : Provide guidance and technical oversight to junior engineers to foster a collaborative culture. * Manage Project Controls : Support work planning, project scheduling, and cost ...

Strata-G, LLC

Engineers

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Mentor Junior Staff : Provide guidance and technical oversight to junior engineers to foster a collaborative culture. * Manage Project Controls : Support work planning, project scheduling, and cost ...

Mesa Associates, Inc.

Senior Engineer

Knoxville, TN · Hybrid

$93K - $127K/yr

Mentor junior Engineers/Designers * Review work of other team members * Perform work safely. This opportunity is for a hybrid work environment (home and office) and requires residing in the Knoxville ...

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How much do junior engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior engineer in Oak Ridge, TN is $62,292.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,100.00 and $69,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Junior Engineer, you need a solid grasp of engineering principles, relevant technical coursework or a degree, and foundational problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or MATLAB, and sometimes entry-level certifications, is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and eagerness to learn help junior engineers collaborate effectively and adapt to new challenges. These skills and qualities are crucial for contributing to team projects, learning quickly on the job, and developing into a successful engineer.

What is a junior engineer?

A junior engineer is an entry-level engineering professional who reports to and learns from a senior engineer. You can find junior engineering jobs in every subset of the engineering field: industrial engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, materials engineering, and computer engineering. As a junior engineer, your job duties include testing project components, identifying problems and discovering solutions, working on ongoing projects based on specifications or drawings, and collaborating with teams of other engineers.

What are some common challenges faced by junior engineers when starting in a new team, and how can they overcome them?

Junior Engineers often encounter challenges such as adjusting to unfamiliar engineering tools, understanding existing codebases, and communicating effectively with senior team members. To overcome these, it's helpful to actively seek feedback, ask clarifying questions, and participate in code reviews or team meetings. Building relationships with mentors and collaborating closely with peers can accelerate learning and make the transition smoother. Over time, consistent effort and openness to learning help Junior Engineers become valuable contributors to their teams.
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Infographic showing various Junior Engineer job openings in Oak Ridge, TN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,643 per year, or $33 per hour.

Civil Engineer (Project Manager)

System One

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$81K - $108K/yr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Civil Engineer (Project Manager) Location: Knoxville, TN Type: Direct Hire Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

  • Manage site development and civil engineering projects from proposal through construction, including oversight of scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Lead the design and review of site layout, grading, stormwater systems, utilities, and erosion control.
  • Prepare and oversee technical reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit applications.
  • Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews and ensure project deliverables meet regulatory and client requirements.
  • Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies throughout all phases of the project.
  • Mentor and supervise junior engineers and technical staff, including support for career development planning and performance reviews.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on business development and strategic client growth initiatives.
Requirements
  • 10+ years of civil engineering experience in site development or infrastructure design, or a comparable combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
  • Experience managing civil or site development projects from planning through completion
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling tools; experience with HydroCAD or HEC-RAS preferred
  • Experience developing project scopes, preparing proposals, and managing projects profitably
  • Experience resolving design and permitting challenges related to grading, stormwater, and utility layouts
  • Familiarity with local and state permitting processes and coordination with regulatory agencies
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across teams and with external stakeholders
  • Experience mentoring junior staff and providing leadership within project teams

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M1 #LI-NP1

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