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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$63K - $111K *

Drive your career forward by coordinating design services during construction, ensuring compliance with specifications, and collaborating with experts to deliver quality results on critical infrastruc...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading complex engineering projects, enhancing design standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in mechanical engineering...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $113K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to design and analyze structural systems for diverse industrial projects. Leverage your expertise in materials and structural design while collaborating on innovative s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil infrastructure through innovative geotechnical design and analysis. Support major projects by performing technical tasks, coordinating fieldwork, and ens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by providing Civil Structural Design support on diverse projects. Collaborate across disciplines, ensuring design integrity and compliance while managing project execution with a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative field engineering solutions. You'll oversee project planning, material management, and safety protocols, ensuring quality and efficiency in a dyna...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Explore a dynamic role providing field engineering expertise in project planning, material management, and safety oversight. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality standards and operational efficien...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Engineer, guiding technical design, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality throughout projects. Collaborate across disciplines to meet client needs while leading...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear infrastructure. Lead and develop structural modifications, mentor engineers, and ensure project success through your expertise and collaborative spirit...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career as you design, prototype, and deploy innovative electronics, solving challenges across PCB design and system integration, advancing hardware products from concept to production with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $132K *

Lead impactful civil engineering projects, overseeing design and compliance for multi-family, retail, and industrial developments. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that shape com...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by leading investigations, analyses, and project execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance and fo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and analyses, ensuring project success through collaboration with clients and teams. Utilize expertise to deliver tailored solutions across diverse projects, from conc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing electrical systems for municipal and industrial water treatment projects, ensuring effective, innovative solutions through collaboration with multidisciplin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing roadways and drainage systems for transportation projects, ensuring compliance with state and local requirements while collaborating with a team to deliver impactful infra...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by combining civil design expertise with hands-on fieldwork. Collaborate on community development projects, ensuring quality and compliance while enhancing your skills in a dynam...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading complex electrical design projects, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions in new construction...

4 days ago

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

$140K - $170K *

Join a team dedicated to delivering innovative substation designs and solutions. Lead the preparation of complex drawings and specifications while ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with pro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative site design and land development projects, leading teams and ensuring quality solutions from concept to completion while enhancing client experiences and driving business growth...

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

$78K - $90K *

Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by coordinating all aspects of transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure project success through effective manage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Drive project success by coordinating transmission and substation initiatives, managing schedules, budgets, and team collaboration to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to quality standards in t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager II, coordinating impactful energy projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, manage project execution, and ensure client satisfaction while driving quality a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Lead and optimize project execution in the energy sector, coordinating transmission and substation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, manage risks, and maintain project s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage complex roadway projects, ensuring high-quality design and delivery. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, budgets, and schedules while mentoring staff and interfacing with clients to drive...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex roadway projects, managing all phases from planning to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure client satisfaction, regulatory compliance...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.