Consulting Engineer Jobs

Discover consulting engineer opportunities that draw on technical expertise, analytical thinking, and client-focused problem-solving. Consulting engineers advise organizations, assess complex engineering challenges, and help develop practical solutions across industries. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers explore career opportunities that match their skills and goals.

What Does a Consulting Engineer Do?

Consulting engineers provide specialized engineering guidance to clients, project teams, and organizations. Depending on their discipline and assignment, they may evaluate designs, conduct technical assessments, prepare recommendations, support project planning, and help ensure work meets relevant standards and requirements. They often collaborate with stakeholders to explain technical findings and guide decisions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in an engineering discipline and a strong record of relevant technical experience. Useful capabilities include engineering analysis, design review, project management, clear communication, and the ability to translate complex information into actionable advice. Requirements vary by role, location, and specialty; some positions may require professional licensure, certifications, or experience with specific tools and standards.

Industries and Career Paths

Consulting engineers work across sectors such as civil and infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, environmental services, construction, technology, and utilities. Career paths may lead to senior consultant, technical specialist, project manager, practice lead, or engineering management roles. Specialization and a record of successful client and project outcomes can help broaden opportunities.

Explore Consulting Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse consulting engineer openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details, then focus your search on positions aligned with your engineering specialty and experience.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$134K - $221K *

Advance partner growth by combining technical excellence with strategic co-innovation. Engage with partners to drive AI-first technology adoption, crafting scalable solutions while ensuring measurable...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $109K *

Drive your career with impactful service as you troubleshoot and maintain advanced medical equipment, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction across the Pacific Region, with a focus on...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional service through timely maintenance and support for medical equipment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance your skills while ensurin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $109K *

Champion customer satisfaction by mastering preventative maintenance and troubleshooting techniques. Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance skills in equipment installation and service, ens...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $99K *

Play a key role in delivering exceptional service by performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on medical equipment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance customer satisfacti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by designing advanced PCB layouts and collaborating on innovative RF designs. This remote role requires expertise in Altium and a strong understanding of PCB standards to drive q...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $157K *

Drive strategic account management by cultivating relationships, executing renewal strategies, and identifying growth opportunities within a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients. Collaborate cross...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative solutions across multiple higher education platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and ensure alignment with institutional goals, driving...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $210K *

Transform environmental remediation projects as a technical leader, guiding multidisciplinary teams through complex regulatory challenges, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $275K *

Lead strategic business development efforts, fostering relationships with government agencies and partners to drive R&D initiatives and align with GE Aerospace's technology roadmap. Manage opportuniti...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $173K *

Optimize supplier performance and quality in a dynamic aerospace environment. Lead critical supplier assessments from qualification to delivery, ensuring compliance with high engineering standards and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engineer and maintain protective relay systems to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the electric grid. Lead commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support while mentoring junior technician...

Ohio, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $280K *

Join us to architect and build a cutting-edge web platform, driving marketing innovation through AI agents. Own technical decisions, enhance user experiences, and ensure seamless integration with our...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Accelerate data-driven insights by leading data cleansing and analytics efforts for federal financial management. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful reporting and automation solutions...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $139K *

Engage in high voltage electrical engineering for hyperscale data centers, leading design, utility coordination, and system integration for mission-critical infrastructure, ensuring reliability and su...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$119K - $186K *

Lead and manage multiple accreditation projects, ensuring high-quality client deliverables. Collaborate with consulting professionals to enhance service delivery and develop innovative solutions in he...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure by leveraging your engineering expertise and industry connections to drive project success and enhance customer loyalty across a diverse r...

Coshocton, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $161K *

Optimize security solutions by joining our dynamic team, where you'll enhance logging infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build ne...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $149K *

Lead the charge in driving industrial sales growth by developing strategic plans, identifying opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions to enhance customer relationships and market presence acr...

East Amherst, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$245K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining Digital Employee Experience and Unified Observability. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive technical strategies, solve complex challenges, and enh...

Ararat, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a top-tier Sales Engineering team to drive complex cybersecurity solutions. Partner with key stakeholders, leverage your expertise in AI-driven security, and cultivate relationships to redefine e...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $167K *

Innovate and enhance machine learning pipelines to operationalize AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensure model performance, and support scalable soluti...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Transform the implementation landscape by engaging in diverse projects, driving efficient business processes, and enhancing client success through strategic consulting and mentorship of junior team me...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering for a data-intensive network observability platform, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on customer experience and business goals while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a consulting engineer?question toggle

    A consulting engineer applies engineering expertise to advise clients and organizations, assess technical challenges, and recommend or support solutions. Responsibilities depend on the discipline and project.

  • What qualifications do consulting engineer jobs require?question toggle

    Many roles require an engineering degree and relevant professional experience. Employers may also look for communication, analytical, and project-management skills; licensure or specific certifications can be required for some positions.

  • Which industries hire consulting engineers?question toggle

    Consulting engineers work in areas including infrastructure, construction, energy, manufacturing, environmental services, technology, and utilities.

  • How can I find consulting engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional consulting engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications.