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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$85K - $112K *

Analyze traffic systems and design solutions to enhance safety and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to conduct studies, develop plans, and support junior staff, ensuring high-quality project deliver...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure by leading traffic engineering projects, mentoring staff, and enhancing community mobility through innovative design and analysis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing documentation, processing payments, and coordinating with teams on bridge and highway construction projects. Collaborate effectively to ensure timely project completi...

2 days ago

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

$154K - $230K *

Champion your career by managing complex water resource projects. Utilize your skills in structural engineering to drive successful outcomes while ensuring client satisfaction and collaborating with c...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Manage and execute diverse traffic engineering projects, ensuring effective client communication, project scope, and budget management while mentoring junior engineers and adhering to quality and safe...

2 weeks ago

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

$154K - $230K *

Champion water resource projects by leading multi-discipline teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful project outcomes in civil and hydraulic engineering for various infrastructur...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Join a team that drives innovative solutions for water resource projects, managing teams and client relationships while ensuring project success through effective leadership and technical expertise in...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative water resource solutions. As a senior leader, you'll oversee multi-discipline projects, manage client relationships, and drive team performance to...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Shape exceptional water infrastructure projects by leading multi-discipline teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through strategic oversight and effective risk management...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Lead the charge in managing complex water resource projects, ensuring client satisfaction while overseeing design and evaluation efforts for critical infrastructure within various environmental contex...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Lead diverse water resource projects by managing client relationships, guiding multi-discipline teams, and ensuring successful execution from planning to construction, while addressing complex challen...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Shape future water resource projects by managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving client relationships, and executing comprehensive plans to ensure the success of complex engineering initiatives acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $230K *

Develop and manage multi-discipline water resources projects, enhancing client relationships and ensuring quality delivery. Lead project teams while identifying risks and optimizing resources for dive...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $179K *

Drive excellence in civil construction by ensuring compliance, safety, and quality. As a key inspector, monitor all stages of projects, provide actionable insights, and promote adherence to regulation...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform project management by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative land development solutions. Ensure project success through effective scope, schedule, and budget management while...

Kansas City, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading complex land development projects. Oversee project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction. Drive inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead project management efforts for diverse land development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution. Collaborate with teams to drive innovative solutions that positively impact commu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading complex land development projects. Oversee project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction. Drive inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex deliverables, and ensuring quality execution across diverse land development projects. Drive financial success through eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $170K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading impactful transportation projects. Utilize your technical expertise to align operations with strategic initiatives while overseeing team activities and enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex water resources projects, managing teams, and delivering innovative solutions in drainage, hydrology, and stream restoration. Join us to make a significant impac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing engineering support for undersea warfare systems, overseeing testing, evaluation, and lifecycle management to ensure operational readiness and effective sustainment for fl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality designs in drainage, stormwater management, and stream restoration across diverse inf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead and deliver complex water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management, erosion control, and hydrology. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions and advance your c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you design innovative electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities. Leverage your expertise in Revit and AutoCAD while collaborating on impactful projects that enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.