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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$95K - $115K *

Manage the design and engineering of HVAC systems, overseeing project budgets and coordinating with teams to ensure high-quality deliverables across all project phases and complexities...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$83K - $104K *

Advance your career by supporting civil engineering projects, coordinating design and construction activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver quali...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by leading complex, multi-site traffic engineering projects, ensuring safety, functionality, and innovation at every stage from design to implem...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in electrical design by leading a high-performing team to develop advanced systems for mining machinery, ensuring project success through collaboration and technical excellence...

Lively, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's delivering complex roadway projects across Georgia. Lead engineering production, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality, on-schedule roadway design tasks in a h...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of impactful coastal protection projects, leveraging advanced engineering skills and collaboration with industry leaders to design resilient solutions for flood risk management and envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery of innovative solutions for complex projects in a dynamic environment. Drive collabor...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the successful execution of electrical systems at a large-scale data center project, overseeing installation, quality assurance, and contractor management for optimum effic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead and execute power system studies for grid-connected and islanded generation projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance performance and reliability in electrical engineering de...

4 days ago

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

$83K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary group to manage projects from feasibility to construction, while enhancing your...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $139K *

Drive the design and delivery of electrical systems for diverse building projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure innovative solutions and client satisfaction while mentoring jun...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical system design for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in healthcare, commercial, and industrial sectors...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the design and leadership of electrical engineering projects across diverse facilities. Manage project scopes and budgets while providing technical guidance and mentoring early career engine...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering design projects. You'll manage budgets, schedules, and technical challenges while mentoring teams and developing robust electrical systems...

4 weeks ago

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

$190K - $220K *

Lead and develop electrical and instrumentation teams in power generation. Drive project success through innovative engineering practices, technical guidance, and strategic collaboration with manageme...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$77K - $102K *

Champion innovative civil engineering projects while collaborating with teams to design high-quality infrastructure solutions, contributing to advanced data center developments and positively impactin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $140K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by leading projects and developing innovative designs across diverse industries, ensuring compliance with building codes while mentoring junior staff and mai...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion technical project delivery, ensuring compliance and quality by leading design efforts, mentoring teams, and managing client engagements while applying engineering expertise and independent ju...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering on complex projects, guiding teams through challenges, and fostering client relationships. Drive technical excellence and team development while enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to advance electrical engineering design for innovative building projects, collaborating with clients and architects to deliver exceptional solutions while optimizing project finan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $150K *

Help us create innovative electrical engineering solutions for diverse projects globally, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver exceptional designs while mentoring junior e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $150K *

Engineer groundbreaking electrical systems for diverse projects globally. Collaborate with clients and architects while leading teams to deliver innovative design solutions and ensure project success...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions on complex multidisciplinary projects, fostering client relationships, mentoring teams, and enhancing technical standards with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of heavy highway and bridge projects by leading onsite engineering efforts, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with construction schedules and standards while fostering collabora...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead engineering efforts on heavy highway and bridge projects, managing onsite activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with teams to support project schedules and quality outc...

4 days 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.