Updated 2026-04-23 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Civil Engineer jobs in Louisville, KY

284 civil engineers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $88,341 median · 7% below the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Civil Engineer pay in Louisville, KY

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Louisville metro. Half of Civil Engineers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $69,040 $88,341 $108,422
25th$69,040 Median$88,341 75th$108,422 vs US7% below the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Civil Engineer salary guide →

Civil Engineer pay bands in Louisville by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Staff Civil Engineer

Typical staff band in Louisville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Louisville, KY
Typical pay range
$75,089–$106,715
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Civil Engineer

Typical staff band in Louisville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Louisville, KY
Typical pay range
$79,065–$97,175
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Civil Engineer

Typical senior band in Louisville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Louisville, KY
Typical pay range
$84,365–$103,535
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Civil Engineer

Typical staff band in Louisville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Louisville, KY
Typical pay range
$77,740–$111,486
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Civil Engineer

Typical senior band in Louisville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Louisville, KY
Typical pay range
$72,439–$98,765
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Civil Engineer Career Ladder — Louisville Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Louisville’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Civil Engineer0–2 yrs$63,605
  2. Mid Civil Engineer2–5 yrs$83,923
  3. Senior Civil Engineer5–8 yrs$106,009
  4. Staff Civil Engineer8–12 yrs$128,094
  5. Lead Civil Engineer12+ yrs$150,179

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Civil Engineer hiring market in Louisville

  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Louisville post Civil Engineer jobs

Employers in the Louisville metro typically post Civil Engineer roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Louisville Employers Actually Ask Civil Engineers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Civil Engineer in Louisville, KY — Common Questions

How much does a Civil Engineer earn in Louisville, KY?
Median $88,341/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $69,040–$108,422. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Civil Engineer jobs are there in Louisville?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 284 Civil Engineer roles employed in the Louisville metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Louisville employers use for Civil Engineer?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Civil Engineer jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Civil Engineer openings in Louisville and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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