Municipal Engineer Jobs

Explore Municipal Engineer jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. Municipal engineers help communities plan, design, build, and maintain essential public infrastructure, from roads and bridges to water, drainage, and public facilities. Browse vetted opportunities with municipalities, public agencies, consulting firms, and other organizations serving local communities.

What Municipal Engineers Do

Municipal engineers oversee infrastructure projects throughout their lifecycle. Responsibilities may include evaluating community needs, preparing or reviewing engineering plans, managing capital improvement programs, coordinating consultants and contractors, and ensuring work meets applicable codes, standards, budgets, and schedules. Depending on the role, engineers may specialize in transportation, utilities, stormwater, public works, or construction management.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a civil engineering background, experience with public infrastructure, and strong project management and communication skills. Senior positions may require a Professional Engineer (PE) license, knowledge of local and state regulations, familiarity with public procurement and capital budgeting, and the ability to coordinate with elected officials, agencies, contractors, and residents. Requirements vary by employer and jurisdiction.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Municipal Engineer career paths can include senior engineer, city engineer, public works director, infrastructure program manager, or engineering department leadership. Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, credentials, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Find Municipal Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Municipal Engineer openings on Ladders to discover high-paying roles supporting the infrastructure and services communities rely on. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions that fit your technical background and leadership goals.

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$115K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful accounting and finance projects for diverse clients. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency across various indus...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $115K *

Unlock new business opportunities and drive sales performance in the water industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and implement strategies to exceed targets while ensu...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$102K - $134K *

Lead the charge in advancing transportation initiatives by coordinating capital projects, managing budgets, and collaborating with regional partners to enhance community mobility and infrastructure. D...

Renton, WARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$83K - $97K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$57K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

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Henderson, NVRemote

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

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $144K *

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Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage with our Sales Team as a Sales Engineer, providing expert technical support throughout the sales cycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product knowledge and drive customer success wh...

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

$103K - $181K *

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

$74K - $102K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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$85K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

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

$150K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

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

$112K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Innovate noise control solutions for large-scale AI data centers. Lead acoustic studies, model sound propagation, and recommend effective mitigations while collaborating across engineering teams to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a municipal engineer do?question toggle

    A municipal engineer plans, designs, manages, or maintains public infrastructure and services. Projects may involve roads, bridges, water and sewer systems, drainage, public facilities, and capital improvements.

  • What qualifications are typically required for municipal engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions call for a civil engineering degree and relevant infrastructure or public works experience. Senior roles may require a Professional Engineer (PE) license, project management expertise, and knowledge of applicable regulations. Specific requirements vary by employer and location.

  • Where do municipal engineers work?question toggle

    Municipal engineers may work for city or county governments, regional authorities, public agencies, engineering consultants, and contractors involved in public infrastructure projects.

  • Do municipal engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced and senior municipal engineering positions pay $100,000 or more. Compensation varies based on location, qualifications, employer, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs in this pay range.

  • What career paths are available to municipal engineers?question toggle

    With experience, municipal engineers may advance to senior engineer, city engineer, public works director, capital projects manager, or other infrastructure and engineering leadership roles.