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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$90K - $110K *

Drive the success of large-scale construction projects by managing documentation, coordinating teams, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout all phases, contributing to a collaborative and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $125K *

Oversee the planning and execution of roadway and highway projects, providing design leadership, technical oversight, and client interaction to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, timelines...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $155K *

Champion innovative land development solutions by leading project teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Leverage your expertise in site design and project man...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Innovate as a key player in bridge engineering, leading projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality. Collaborate across disciplines to exceed client expectations and drive infrastructure excellence...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative bridge engineering solutions, managing complex projects while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Build and mentor a team of structural engineers to enha...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $253K *

Grow your career with this lead design engineering role focused on structural engineering. Provide guidance to a skilled team, collaborate across disciplines, and engage in projects for nuclear facili...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $253K *

Unlock your potential in a lead design engineering role. Guide a team, collaborate across disciplines, and shape innovative solutions for nuclear facility projects while gaining unique experiences and...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $253K *

Champion innovative structural designs by leading a talented engineering team, interfacing with diverse engineers and clients, and delivering impactful solutions for nuclear facilities and upgrades, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $175K *

Empower your career by leading advanced electrical engineering designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions that enhan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative structural designs for onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Execute project management for diverse civil engineering tasks, preparing design documents and calculations while collaborating with teams and clients to ensure project success and feasibility across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of land development by leading engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction while managing design calculations, project scopes, and schedules acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful land development projects as a Licensed Civil Engineer, overseeing design and project management from conception to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Site Design team to manage projects, prepare design documents, and collaborate with clients and staff. Leverage your engineering expertise to positively impact communities through innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse land development projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage project design, ensuring quality and feas...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing civil engineering tasks, preparing design documents, and collaborating with teams to ensure successful project execution while positively impacting communities...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Site Design team to manage and execute civil engineering projects, ensuring quality design and effective communication with clients and teams. Contribute to impactful land development i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $188K *

Transform construction project execution by ensuring seamless coordination, documentation control, and stakeholder communication throughout all project phases, from initiation to closeout, while maint...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $175K *

Innovate electrical engineering solutions for energy and infrastructure projects, leading design and coordination efforts. Ensure compliance and efficiency while tackling complex challenges in healthc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance the reliability of advanced weather radar systems. Collaborate on hardware engineering projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to innovative solutions that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate air traffic communication systems, ensuring seamless voice and data exchange between controllers and pilots. Leverage your engineering expertise to enhance safety and e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform infrastructure projects as a Project Engineer, leading design and preparation of technical specifications for water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget adherence while mentoring a team. Drive project success through collaboration, technical expertise, and stron...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $180K *

Lead engineering design and planning for water resource projects, providing expertise in pipelines and overseeing multidisciplinary teams. Ensure quality deliverables while managing client relationshi...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.