Meaning of the word "civil engineer" in English

What does "civil engineer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

civil engineer

US /ˈsɪvəl ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪr/
UK /ˈsɪvəl ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪə/

Noun

an engineer who designs and maintains roads, bridges, dams, and similar structures

Example:
My brother is a civil engineer and works on large infrastructure projects.
The city hired a civil engineer to oversee the construction of the new bridge.