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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$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...

Yesterday

  •   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...

3 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

$85K - $100K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, resolve operational issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, oversee resources, and lead safety efforts while promoti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, lead safety efforts, and drive operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing engineering projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and upholding safety and quality standards while meeting client expectations and coor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage environmental engineering projects focusing on compliance, safety, and client satisfaction while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and time constraints. Oversee all project phases and coo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize field engineering tasks for heavy civil construction projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and safety compliance. Collaborate with teams on-site to deliver high-quality...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $145K *

Optimize capital projects by driving operational excellence and value realization in manufacturing transformations. Engage in end-to-end project management while embedding industry best practices for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading multidisciplinary civil engineering projects. Cultivate client relationships and mentor design teams while ensuring top-quality service in a collaborative environment. E...

Reposted yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing and executing airport engineering projects. Leverage your civil engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure and contribute to impactful co...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading airport engineering projects, from design to execution. Collaborate on complex civil engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with FAA standards while enhancing community inf...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing impactful airport engineering projects. Collaborate on construction plans and technical specifications while enhancing your skills in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $117K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in structural engineering to ensure the integrity and safety of marine vessels. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support critical naval operations and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence, overseeing diverse projects in industrial facilities. Mentor teams, engage clients, and ensure technical quality from planning to execution, drivi...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence in aviation projects by overseeing design, ensuring compliance, mentoring staff, and collaborating with clients. Leverage your expertise to solve complex challenges and su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $190K *

Shape the future of transit infrastructure by leading complex construction projects. As the on-site technical expert, you'll ensure safety, quality, and compliance while collaborating with diverse tea...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by leading the design of underground water conveyance systems and large rock caverns. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve infrastructure, ensur...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing large rock caverns and pressurized water conveyance systems. Utilize advanced engineering techniques to ensure the safety and efficiency of major underground infrastructur...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of underground engineering by leading innovative designs for large rock caverns, pressurized water conveyance, and complex infrastructure projects, while mentoring teams and enhancing...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

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.