ENTRY LEVEL CIVIL ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Jun 04, 2025 - The Entry Level Civil Engineer experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation, with proficiency in structural calculations and Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel. This position demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills while effectively collaborating within teams and independently contributing. This role requires skills in soils and concrete field testing, with the ability to interface with all personnel levels and solve problems proactively.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Entry Level Civil Engineer Resume
- Civil Engineering
- Fieldwork
- Technical Documentation
- Quality Control
- Cost Estimation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Engineering Design
- Field Testing
- Structural Analysis
- Construction Monitoring
- Project Coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Project Leadership
- Technical Supervision
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
Summary of Entry Level Civil Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Structural Engineering with 2 years of Experience
- Experience with construction inspection and material testing
- Familiar with PennDOT procedures and documentation of construction projects.
- Experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements.
- Experience with MicroStation and Inroads/Openroads design experience.
- Experience with Civil 3D
- Familiarity with Geopak and AutoTurn
- Familiar with drainage programs such as HY-8, Culvertmaster, Flowmaster, Inroads Storm and Sanitary, TR-55
- Experience with Design-Build, CMAR/CM-GC and/or EPC projects
- Construction support services for projects
- Good communication skills and technical writing skills.
2. BS in Environmental Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Academic or internship experience with computer design software such as Civil3D/AutoCAD
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team
- Desire, aptitude, and motivation to learn and apply new concepts
- Academic or internship experience in land/site development, design and engineering
- Experience with other design software such as HydroCAD, FlowMaster, and CulvertMaster
- Experience in using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience using the following software including Synchro / SimTraffic, VISSIM, RSAP, HSM, AutoTurn, HY-8, HEC-RAS, Revu or Adobe
3. BS in Geotechnical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
- Familiarity with preparing Structural calculations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
- Ability to be an individual contributor and work effectively in teams.
- Knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD
- Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management.
- Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision.
- Experience with soils and concrete field testing
4. BS in Transportation Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experienced in AutoCAD Civil 3D software, Hydraflow, Pondpack, and other software packages
- Capable of using Microsoft Office suite with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, appropriately prioritize workflow and complete tasks
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
- Highly client service-oriented, self-starter, and team player
- Ability to solve problems
- Excellent time management skills
- Experience with ArcView / ArcMap
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and comply with all applicable safety codes and requirements
- Ability to obtain an EI certification
5. BS in Construction Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in performing civil design for roads, highways, parking areas, site grading, water, sewer, and/or drainage preferred
- Knowledge in drafting practices, engineering analysis, design layouts
- Excels in advanced thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding verbal and written skills, and experience working with staff on all levels
- Experience in water and wastewater system planning, design and/or construction.
- Experience in civil engineering or related projects.
- Computer proficient (including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office suite, and Adobe Pro).
- Proficiency with Microstation, InRoads and OpenRoads
- Demonstrate verbal communication, writing, and technical presentation skills
- Demonstrate organizational skills for keeping multiple tasks on track from concept through delivery.
- Ability to apply technical thinking to define and solve complicated design problems.
6. BS in Architectural Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in a team setting
- Time management skills and self - motivated to continue learning
- Experience in hydraulic engineering, FEMA studies and stormwater management
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Experience with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, HEC-GeoRAS, EPA SWMM, HydroCAD, and ArcGIS
- EIT and CFM certification
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, and etc.
- Advanced GIS experience such as Model Builder, Python, and advanced analysis tools (Spatial and 3D Analyst)
- Knowledge of Transportation engineering coursework
- Experience with CADD software including MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Knowledge of Synchro/SimTraffic
- Knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)