Construction Engineering Jobs in La Porte, IN

A Construction Engineer is a key professional in the construction industry, responsible for designing, planning, managing, and overseeing construction projects. Their work can range from constructing buildings, bridges, and roads to managing water supply systems and sewage treatment plants. They apply the principles of civil engineering to ensure that the structures are safe, sustainable, and of the highest quality. Additionally, they are in charge of managing budgets, hiring subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time.

Important skills for a Construction Engineer include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. They should be proficient with relevant software applications and have a firm understanding of construction materials, methods, and codes. Certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or the Professional Engineer (PE) license can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Construction Engineer, individuals can hold roles such as a Construction Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Site Engineer, all of which provide an essential foundation in understanding the planning and execution of construction projects.

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Developmental Engineer

  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

ADVANCING OUR OPERATIONS In order for us to complete our missions, our technology simply cannot fail. Covering a wide range of specialties ranging from aeronautical and computer systems to flight...

Chief Engineer

  • New Carlisle, IN (14 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Carlisle, IN (14 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 1 day ago

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data...

Sr. Project Manager - Construction

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Sr. Construction Project Manager Full Time Perm Way of Work : Hybrid Salary : $110,200 - $165,300, plus 10% annual bonus Location: Valparaiso, IN The Sr. Construction Project Manager ensures...

Construction Project Engineer

  • La Porte, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • La Porte, IN
  • 3 days ago

Prepare and submit a wide variety of documentation to the Final Review Office, and coordinates with the Final Review Office in the project closure process, answering questions and doing research as...

Controls Engineer

  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 6 days ago

JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world...

Product Engineer - CAMPUS HIRE

  • La Porte, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • La Porte, IN
  • 6 days ago

Basic Qualifications Must be currently enrolled and achieve Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution prior to start date. 1 year work experience which can include a co-op or internship....

Quality Engineer

  • Burns Harbor, IN (15 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burns Harbor, IN (15 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel has an immediate opportunity for a Quality Engineer a t our Burns Harbor o peration. The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting t he daily quality activitie s...

Scope Design and Estimate Engineer

  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (17 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

2054: Scope Design and Estimate Engineer Position Type: Hybrid (3 days week onsite) Duration: 12 months (Temp to Hire) Qualifications: 25+ years of electric utility experience and a graduate from...

Reliability Engineer

  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Indiana, United States of America Job Family Group: Maintenance, Reliability and Turnarounds Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: March 4, 2025 Business unit: Projects and Technology...

Field Service Engineer

  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum of 2 years of field engineering experience or equivalent such as military service....

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Electrical Maintenance Engineer

  • Burns Harbor, IN (15 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Burns Harbor, IN (15 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel has an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer at our Burns Harbor, Indiana operation. The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for...

Nuclear Valve Engineer - Nuclear Valve Engineer, Principal

  • Bridgman, MI (23 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgman, MI (23 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Job Posting End Date 03-17-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date Job Summary Responsible for managing the overall effectiveness of assigned nuclear...

Maintenance Engineer II

  • Knox, IN (24 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Knox, IN (24 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary The Maintenance Engineer II ensures the functionality, safety, and compliance of healthcare facility systems and equipment by performing advanced maintenance tasks, repairs, and...

Senior Factory Controls Engineer 2nd Shift - 3PM -11:30PM

  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portage, IN (22 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 14 days ago

JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world...

Continuous Improvement Engineer

  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (7 miles from La Porte, IN)
  • 15 days ago

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our...

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in La Porte, IN

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in La Porte, IN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Construction Engineerings in La Porte, IN
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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