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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$87K - $108K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative electrical solutions. Collaborate on complex projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards while driving quality an...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping infrastructure projects through expert scheduling leadership. Your strategic planning and risk management skills will optimize resource use and ensure timely delivery in a c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

$175K - $320K *

Champion mission-critical project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive financial performance and client satisfaction through strategic planning...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$90K - $108K *

Drive successful project execution by managing customer projects from quotation to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$202K - $289K *

Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $500K+*

Help us define, design, and validate power architecture for AI data centers, driving innovation in power efficiency and system performance. Collaborate across teams to bring cutting-edge solutions fro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of complex projects across multifaceted industries by managing teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction in regulated environments...

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3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $175K *

Pioneer project success by leading the design and implementation of electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while providing tech...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Oversee the execution of multiple utility-scale solar and BESS projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while managing contractor performance and maintaining safety and quality standards across...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$61K - $125K *

Support environmental planning initiatives by coordinating workflows, managing project trackers, and ensuring timely delivery of planning documents. Collaborate with experts to facilitate environmenta...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $200K *

Elevate the engineering department by driving delivery, managing teams, and ensuring production quality. Lead hands-on development while fostering innovation in AI-driven systems to enhance operationa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead multiple real estate projects in financial services, managing planning, execution, and closeout with a focus on MEP systems and automation. Your strategic insight will drive su...

Detroit, MIRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion impactful project delivery by managing high-value EPC initiatives. Oversee project execution from initiation through closeout, ensuring they meet budget, safety, and schedule requirements whi...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead project management efforts for building restoration, from design through completion. Drive client engagement, technical development, and ensure exceptional service delivery while managing timelin...

Calgary, ABRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $120K *

Transform community engagement by building strategic relationships with local governments and stakeholders. Navigate permitting and construction challenges to ensure timely project execution and enhan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $120K *

Transform community engagement through strong local government relations, guiding network expansion with strategic partnerships and collaborative solutions. Shape project execution by navigating regul...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$83K - $110K *

Lead operational excellence by managing complex training programs and enhancing processes for a statewide initiative, ensuring effective communication and client engagement while fostering a high-perf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts for complex land development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution. Collaborate with teams to manage scopes, schedules, and budgets while fostering c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by managing performance, schedules, and financials while collaborating with teams to solve challenges and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. Elevate your career in...

Huntsville, ALRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project success by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges and ensure timely execution of heavy civil and infrastructure projects while maintai...

Fort Wayne, INRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful results by managing project performance, schedules, and financials. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and efficiency while navigating challenges in heavy civil and infrastructu...

New Orleans, LARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful infrastructure projects by managing performance, schedules, and financials while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and solving chal...

Wichita, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of project performance by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe execution and timely delivery of heavy civil and infrastructure projects wh...

Greensboro, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing project performance, ensuring timely execution, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. Drive financial tracking and problem-solving to deliver successful inf...

Aurora, CORemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive engineering coordination across multiple capital projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with project priorities. This role requires strong organizational skills and the abilit...

Mackenzie, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.