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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$81K - $121K *

Elevate project success by coordinating data collection and field reviews on construction projects. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, budgets, and change orders while ensuring integrity and...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career as you lead a commissioning team, ensuring quality deliverables and mentoring staff while managing project performance, risks, and client relationships to achieve operational excel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$66K - $101K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering to support innovative water resource projects. Collaborate on design criteria, conduct analyses, and prepare technical documentation that shapes th...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $101K *

Accelerate your engineering career by driving innovative design solutions in structural engineering for diverse water resource and civil infrastructure projects under expert guidance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $101K *

Unlock your engineering potential by contributing to innovative structural designs for diverse infrastructure projects, including dams and bridges, under the guidance of experienced professionals, enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's committed to advancing engineering solutions in mining. The role encompasses project management, technical oversight, and collaboration across disciplines, driving innovative approa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing and supporting all phases of construction, from bidding to close-out. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient, compliant execution. Opportunity for mentorship and...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion land development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with municipal standards, and managing client relationships from concept to construction, while promoting sus...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $150K *

Transform the future of electrical systems by designing innovative solutions for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create safe, efficient, and sustainable building environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing high-performance electrical systems for diverse projects, collaborating with teams to create safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions in commercial, institutional, and h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $144K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing impactful engineering projects, overseeing complex substations from concept to energization while ensuring excellence in coordination, communication, and qual...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of our Nebraska office by leading substation design projects. Oversee engineering tasks and collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs while ensurin...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $115K *

Lead civil engineering projects by collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions in site development, drainage, and roadway design. Manage budgets, schedules, and project scopes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $141K *

Analyze and optimize mechanical systems for diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with engineers and planners to ensure compliance with design and regulatory standards, while generating precise...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$162K - $243K *

Lead the charge in urban infrastructure projects by leveraging 25+ years of experience to drive technical excellence and cultivate strategic relationships across NYC agencies, ensuring impactful trans...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative structural design for steel projects from concept to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions while ensuring compliance with codes and stan...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by supporting utility design projects, coordinating with clients and utility companies, and creating innovative solutions to enhance infrastructure. Collaborate with experts to d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize utility design processes by coordinating with clients and utility companies, creating 3D models, and ensuring compliance with relocation policies. Collaborate on complex projects to enhance c...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform environmental consulting by leading impactful assessments, managing diverse projects, and fostering client relationships. Drive innovation in environmental planning while mentoring junior st...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead environmental planning studies and manage programs, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients while driving business development and mentoring ju...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring design integrity, compliance, and client satisfaction while mentoring teams and managing multiple deliverables efficiently...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion advanced engineering solutions for I&C design projects in water/wastewater utilities. Lead project teams, manage schedules, budgets, and client relations while ensuring successful delivery of...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's pivotal in engineering state-of-the-art substations, collaborating across disciplines to ensure project excellence from design through energization. Take lead in innovative solution...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to execute innovative designs for substations, overseeing procurement and construction. Collaborate with experts and mentor staff to ensure quality and efficiency in all project phases...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading substation design projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality execution in a new office environment. Utilize your expertise in power engineering to drive...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.