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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$136K - $147K *

Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to enhance Houston's infrastructure through strategic oversight of geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing programs, ensuring compliance and quality...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate community infrastructure by leading impactful civil engineering projects. Collaborate with public agencies to guide capital improvements, ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationships...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead impactful civil engineering projects, guiding capital improvements from design to construction while collaborating with public agencies and enhancing community infrastructure...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $165K *

Drive project success by leading municipal initiatives and fostering client relationships, ensuring that every endeavor is completed on time and within budget while guiding a team of skilled professio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving successful municipal projects by managing client relationships and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budge...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Shape the future of municipal engineering by overseeing project design, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships while leading a dynamic team through complex municipal projects in the regi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $187K *

Empower community infrastructure by leading complex civil engineering projects, overseeing design, review, and construction while ensuring compliance with legal standards and departmental priorities...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $163K *

Advance the future of municipal roadway projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and mentoring staff in a collaborative envir...

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5 days ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Collaborate on engineering projects ensuring water infrastructure meets regulations. Manage teams from design to construction for a variety of water-related projects. Support community needs through e...

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

$68K - $120K *

Lead the management and performance of multiple engineering projects, collaborating with teams to enhance community infrastructure. Drive design and construction efforts to fulfill client needs, bring...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by providing technical support and quality control for civil, structural, and architectural projects at a wastewater treatment facility, collaborating closely with construction t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing city infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions, managing diverse projects from design to execution, and fostering collaboration across departments to improve...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate the development of educational facilities by applying advanced civil engineering expertise. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, while enforcing stan...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading impactful projects, managing diverse teams, and building client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and compliance throughout the proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to set ambitious goals, lead projects, and manage client relationships while ensuring compliance and quality. Drive innovation in civil engineering with a focus on transportation p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join an experienced team to lead strategic project management, ensuring delivery excellence and team development while fostering key client relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Engineering Division to oversee planning, design, and construction of City infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and successful execution of capital improvements while managing budgets...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Lead diverse projects as a Project Manager while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Cultivate client relationships and drive business development, collaborating with a skilled team to a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading Capital Improvement projects. Oversee design, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with engineering standards while collaborating with variou...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Manage and deliver municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring client satisfaction and successful outcomes while building strong stakeholder relationships and leading project teams to meet deadlines a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects, mentoring teams, and enhancing infrastructure design while ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and client satisfaction in a dynamic, collab...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and strong client relationships while mentoring staff and driving project success across multiple sectors and budg...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional municipal engineering projects by leading project teams, managing budgets, and fostering strong client relationships while ensuring high-quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate municipal engineering initiatives by leading project teams, managing budgets, and ensuring effective client communication while fostering professional growth and enhancing stakeholder relation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading municipal engineering projects, managing teams, and cultivating client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance in a dynamic environment. Make an impact throu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.