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 - $100K *

Drive project success by leading structural engineering efforts, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with design standards. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $130K *

Innovate as you oversee transformative engineering projects, leading from design to completion while strategically managing permitting and nurturing client relationships for exceptional project succes...

4 weeks ago

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

$105K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by managing complex projects, mentoring junior staff, and delivering innovative solutions across diverse infrastructure sectors...

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

$94K - $182K *

Transform geotechnical projects by leading teams, managing complex engineering tasks, and mentoring staff while fostering a collaborative culture to achieve exceptional results and client satisfaction...

4 weeks ago

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

$81K - $91K *

Manage and enhance environmental compliance for electric and gas projects. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, conduct assessments, and drive sustainability initiatives, ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Lead and manage rail projects from design to completion, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams and clients, while mentoring junior staff and enhancing project delivery across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $159K *

Drive innovative land development projects by managing design and mentoring teams. Collaborate with clients on diverse projects, ensuring quality and adherence to schedules while leading a skilled eng...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $159K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and design complex land development projects, providing leadership and mentorship while ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction throughout the project lifec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate and lead project management efforts, ensuring successful execution of moderate to large-scale projects while collaborating with teams and clients to meet objectives and maintain compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in leading field operations for water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety and quality standards. Foster a collaborative team environment while managing logi...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead geostructural construction projects, overseeing project lifecycle phases, coordinating teams, and ensuring successful execution of complex engineering solutions with a focu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's poised to lead geostructural projects and support all phases of execution. Combine technical expertise with field coordination for optimal project lifecycle management from planning...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Empower project execution through technical expertise and collaboration. Engage in all project phases, overseeing costs and coordinating team efforts in geostructural construction, ensuring safety and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading mechanical design projects, conducting technical reviews, and resolving complex issues in diverse construction environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs and lead technical reviews for diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to resolve design challenges and ensure compliance with standards throughout the construc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to enhance project outcomes across diverse mechanica...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to deliver high-quality mechanical systems for diver...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the mechanical engineering team, overseeing design, quality assurance, and technical support for projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success while serving as the mechanical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate the planning and delivery of innovative water resources engineering solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on municipal and urban development projects, ensuring compliance an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive engineering resource planning and scheduling for complex Gas and Steam Turbine projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution, manage risks, and ensure timely del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $142K *

Play a key role in advancing Water/Wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and execution efforts. Mentor emerging engineers while fostering client relationships and ensuring project success t...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $245K *

Drive your career with a leading role in geotechnical engineering, managing diverse water resource projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and build client relationships whil...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $245K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resource projects. Lead geotechnical investigations, manage multidisciplinary teams, and develop client relationships while delivering innovative solutio...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $195K *

Grow your career with a key role driving innovative bridge rehabilitation projects. Lead design initiatives ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards while mentoring junior engineers i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.