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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$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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to structural design and rehabilitation, collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. This role offers opportunities for leadership and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion impactful municipal projects by leading teams, nurturing client relationships, and driving business growth. Leverage your expertise to mentor engineers and enhance community infrastructure ac...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading diverse departments, ensuring efficient service delivery, and enhancing community quality of life through strategic planning and sustainable pra...

Cornwall, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring technical excellence and quality across all P&C project deliverables. Provide mentorship, establish engineering standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to e...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead innovative bridge design projects, providing technical expertise and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions on time...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $124K *

Transform your structural engineering career by collaborating with a dynamic team to design and evaluate diverse structures. Engage in field assessments, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to tec...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate on levees, channels, and shore protection initiatives while overseeing project specifi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful roadway projects through expert engineering support, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance com...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Innovate civil infrastructure solutions that enhance community living. Collaborate with diverse teams on public and private projects, ensuring quality design and execution from concept to construction...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $155K *

Engage in impactful water infrastructure projects, managing design tasks and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance community health and sustainability. Drive project success through t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate stormwater management strategies for transportation projects, ensuring compliance and effective drainage design. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $100K *

Support roadway engineering projects by designing local and state highways, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards to enhance transportation infrastructure across...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining project engineering in wastewater treatment. Support critical projects through cost management, contract administration, and project controls, ensuring successful deliver...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead site development projects by managing engineers, ensuring technical excellence, and fostering client relationships while navigating local regulations and community involvement to deliver innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the growth of traffic engineering services in the Delmarva region by leading projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful transportat...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Traffic Engineer, leading diverse projects from traffic studies to signal designs. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while managing project scopes and en...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing traffic engineering solutions, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful services while shaping the futur...

3 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join our dynamic team where you'll manage municipal engineering projects, foster client relationships, and lead teams to deliver innovative solutions for community development. Bring your expertise to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative stormwater management solutions. Utilize your expertise in drainage design and hydraulic modeling to enhance transportation projects, ensuring com...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $98K *

Engage in complex engineering tasks overseeing water and wastewater systems. Lead project planning and design, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with stakeholders across various engine...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic team in delivering transportation projects, enhancing client relationships and ensuring quality outcomes through effective project management and communication...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.