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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$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

$102K *

Lead and inspire engineering projects across diverse DPW functions. Oversee design, budgeting, and execution while mentoring junior staff. Ensure quality control and compliance with regulations for im...

Today

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

$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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing technical coordination for large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integrity and construction execution, driving ti...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering design and project management for utility substations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality assurance from conceptual...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Take ownership of construction engineering projects, collaborating with teams to ensure timely completion, compliance with standards, and effective resource management while maintaining safety protoco...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Deliver effective construction engineering solutions by collaborating with project teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards to meet project goals and deadlines...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $190K *

Lead and inspire a team of transportation engineers, managing diverse projects while fostering growth and development. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $166K *

Empower project success by leveraging your expertise in construction engineering. Collaborate with teams on transportation projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication while managing budg...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Engineer impactful traffic systems to enhance urban mobility. Collaborate on complex projects, conducting analyses, designing controls, and mentoring teams to drive innovative solutions that improve s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Explore a rewarding career investigating highway construction incidents, analyzing procedures, and providing expert testimony. Collaborate with industry leaders while applying your extensive engineeri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team managing civil engineering projects, overseeing design and execution while building client relationships. Leverage your leadership skills to coordinate teams and ensure project suc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing transportation infrastructure. Leverage your roadway design expertise to deliver impactful projects while collaborating with a talented group of professionals...

2 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.