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.

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$145K - $222K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering design, guiding a team on diverse projects for nuclear facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients, applying your expertise in materials...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Transform the future of energy by leading a structural engineering team in designing and analyzing nuclear facility structures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver innovati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Lead a dynamic team in structural engineering, guiding innovative projects for nuclear facilities. Utilize your expertise in design and analysis to mentor engineers, interface with clients, and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $175K *

Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at municipal utility districts by leading engineering services, managing multidisciplinary teams, and providing strategic guidance on infrastructure projects while ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $190K *

Drive innovative engineering solutions by leading teams in structural design and analysis. Utilize advanced modeling tools and industry codes to ensure project efficiency, safety, and quality while me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead diverse projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while driving business d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage complex engineering projects for bridge design and rehabilitation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-quality design and technica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Solve complex challenges in civil engineering projects, primarily focused on water resources and hydraulic structures. Collaborate with teams to provide design support, manage construction processes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to advance water resource projects across the U.S. as a Project Civil Engineer. Collaborate on design, management, and fieldwork for hydraulic structures, ensuring inno...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Empower progress at the forefront of telecommunications by leveraging your structural engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure resilience and mentor emerging talent in a dynamic environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Transform project execution processes and enhance collaborative efforts to bring energy transmission projects to construction-ready status, mitigating financial gaps and ensuring steady project progre...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by overseeing capital initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring timely execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to prepare for construction-ready sta...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $97K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of Civil Project Engineers, collaborating on diverse land development projects. Engage in design, planning, and client communication to bring innovative visi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading mechanical engineering projects in wastewater treatment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to oversee installations, ensure quality control, and support commissioning effo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by leading traffic engineering projects, applying innovative solutions to enhance roadway safety and mobility. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality desi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative traffic engineering solutions for complex transportation projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with mul...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $101K *

Advance your career by delivering innovative water resource solutions. Collaborate with municipal clients on diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure while promoting professional growth...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading engineering projects, coordinating teams, and enhancing technical expertise while ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing project performance effectively...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $175K *

Transform energy solutions by leading advanced electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency in designs for healthcare and educational infrastructures while mentoring junior engi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading land development projects, focusing on design and engineering solutions that shape vibrant communities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality work in c...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion innovative electrical solutions by designing and reviewing protection and control systems for large-scale energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance renewable energy...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical design for power generation and distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver integrated solutions...

1 week ago

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

$98K - $113K *

Lead the charge in transforming client infrastructure goals into actionable asset management strategies. Collaborate with teams to deliver sustainable solutions, mentor analysts, and drive projects th...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Protection and Control Engineer, collaborating on innovative energy projects. Contribute to the design and optimization of electrical systems in a dynamic, multidisciplinary e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.