Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

These professionals assist engineering staff and physical scientists with projects involving buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. Daily tasks focus heavily on getting and processing information, working with computers, and evaluating data to ensure compliance with standards. Technicians must identify physical objects and events, monitor surrounding materials, and make decisions to solve complex problems.

Success in this field requires strong skills in critical thinking, active listening, mathematics, and reading comprehension. Workers must coordinate with others and communicate clearly with supervisors and peers. The job fits people with realistic interests who value attention to detail, dependability, cautiousness, and cooperation. Knowledge of engineering, building construction, design, and computers is essential for managing daily responsibilities.

Entering this career typically requires an associate's degree, which aligns with the medium preparation level of vocational training or related experience. Students often major in civil engineering technologies, construction engineering technology, architectural engineering technologies, or general engineering technologies.

While not always mandatory, professionals can earn various certifications to demonstrate their expertise. Examples include the Adhesive Anchor Installer, Concrete Strength Testing Technician, or Concrete Transportation Construction Inspector certifications from the American Concrete Institute International. Other options include the Certified Technology Manager credential from the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering, the Certification in Electrical Power Testing from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, and the Construction Documents Technologist certification from the Construction Specifications Institute.

In 2025, the median annual pay for civil engineering technologists and technicians was $64,950. The lowest 10 percent of earners made less than $44,220, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $98,980.

There were 68,520 people employed in this field. Between 2025 and 2035, employment is projected to grow by 3.2 percent, which is as fast as the average for all occupations. This growth and normal turnover are expected to result in 6,100 job openings each year.