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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$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading hydro turbine design and engineering projects, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. As a Bridge Design Project Engineer IV, you'll lead innovative design projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborat...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in bridge design projects, utilizing your expertise to analyze and prepare plans for transportation structures across the Western U.S., while fostering professional growth in a dynamic...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Innovate in bridge design as a senior technical advisor, leading projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Engage in interdisciplinary reviews and contribute to project management, paving the w...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Oversee technical project delivery while leading a structural engineering team. Drive design, inspection, and rehabilitation of bridge projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fosteri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $150K *

Deliver impactful project management for decarbonization technology, ensuring successful installation and operation at wastewater facilities while managing timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $150K *

Transform project execution by leading the installation and operation of decarbonization technology. Manage timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships while ensuring successful implementation at was...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee critical rail construction projects, ensuring compliance and supporting project management with your expertise in structural engineering and railroad construction te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions to empower clients in energy-efficient building projects, leading design processes and collaborating with teams to achieve sustainable outcomes...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for energy-efficient buildings. Collaborate with clients and partners to deliver unique solutions while leading project teams in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $125K *

Explore innovative electrical engineering solutions for diverse industrial projects, ensuring compliance and excellence in design, coordination, and delivery across multidisciplinary teams while enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $125K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions for diverse industrial projects, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing project performance through collaboration an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative engineering solutions for energy-efficient building projects, leading design processes and collaborating with teams to meet client needs and enhance sustainability efforts in a dynami...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative energy-efficient solutions. As an Electrical Project Engineer, you'll lead design processes, develop unique engineering solutions, and collaborate...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join us to empower clients with innovative energy-efficient solutions, leading engineering design processes and developing unique strategies to meet project and client needs while fostering a collabor...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical solutions for energy-efficient buildings, enhancing client satisfaction while leading engineering design processes and collaborating wi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

Explore your expertise in construction management for public infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams in overseeing complex construction activities, ensuring compliance with contracts a...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $140K *

Lead impactful construction projects as a Resident Engineer, overseeing inspections, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with contract documents while collaborating with various stakeholders to en...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Lead innovative drainage design projects, conduct analyses, and collaborate with teams to deliver effective engineering solutions for clients. Manage project tasks while mentoring junior engineers and...

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

$80K - $130K *

Empower your career with a role that blends engineering expertise and project management. Collaborate cross-functionally to oversee geostructural projects, ensuring successful execution from planning...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role leading electrical engineering projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring safety...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $97K *

Join a team that's transforming the geotechnical landscape through collaboration and innovative solutions. Contribute your expertise to diverse projects, ensuring safety and sustainability in design a...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse civil engineering projects, coordinating teams, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while collaborating with clients and stakeholders on innovative inf...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and communicate effectively to deliver exception...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource management, project scheduling, and client communication while prom...

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.