Project Engineer Jobs

Explore Project Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Project Engineers help turn plans into completed work by coordinating technical teams, schedules, budgets, resources, and project requirements. Browse openings across industries and discover roles that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

Project Engineers support projects from early planning through execution and closeout. Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include developing schedules, tracking costs, coordinating contractors and suppliers, reviewing technical documents, monitoring quality and safety, identifying risks, and communicating progress to stakeholders. They often connect engineering, operations, construction, and project management teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Familiarity with project management methods, scheduling and budgeting tools, technical documentation, and industry standards can be valuable. Requirements may differ depending on the sector, project scope, and level of responsibility.

Project Engineer Career Opportunities

Project Engineers work in areas such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services. With experience, professionals may advance to senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles. Explore Ladders listings to find opportunities suited to your expertise and compensation expectations.

Find Project Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted Project Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your technical background and project delivery experience can make an impact.

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$110K - $130K *

Help us lead the charge in optimizing Radio Access Network deployments. This role combines RF engineering expertise with project management to ensure successful execution from planning to carrier acce...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $150K *

Elevate the future of high-voltage systems by leading design and delivery of protection and control solutions for substations, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standar...

North Olmsted, OHRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Innovate your career by driving the physical electrical design of high-voltage substations and utility-scale facilities while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver quality engineering solutions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $130K *

Engage with our engineering team to enhance your expertise in fire protection and plumbing design for commercial projects. Collaborate closely with project management, produce construction documents...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $162K *

Engineer innovative fire protection and plumbing solutions for commercial projects. Collaborate with design and project management teams to produce high-quality construction documents and lead complex...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing high-speed analog layouts for mixed-signal circuits. Collaborate on floor planning, integration, and reliability verification to ensure optimal performance in advanced CM...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform operations by leading a dedicated team to optimize manufacturing systems, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability while fostering growth and competitive advantage in a dynamic environm...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$82K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze bids, create cost plans, and optimize project budgets. Leverage your expertise in electrical estimating to enhance client value and foster strong relationships across di...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $196K *

Lead the Subcontracts team in managing complex agreements, ensuring compliance and fostering relationships with suppliers and clients. Drive negotiations, oversee proposal evaluations, and provide str...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical sales excellence by guiding clients through the sales cycle, enhancing product adoption, and collaborating with teams to drive customer satisfaction and revenue growth in the cybers...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock growth by developing customer relationships and driving sales in metal fabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-added solutions, enhance market presence, and suppor...

South Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform energy solutions by leading diverse projects, conducting analyses, and collaborating with clients. Utilize engineering expertise to drive efficiency and sustainability in various sectors, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $118K *

Advance the design of innovative mechanical systems by leading project teams in 3D modeling, troubleshooting, and creating detailed engineering drawings. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary experts to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Unlock your potential as a mechanical design leader driving innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment, collaborating with multi-disciplined teams on complex mechanical designs and 3D m...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $195K *

Drive the development and execution of strategic projects for radioisotope production facilities. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and succe...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to design high-voltage transmission lines, mentor peers, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Leverage your expertise to deliver innovative solutions and enhance clien...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $154K *

Engage with clients as a technical expert, driving innovative water treatment solutions. Oversee proposal lifecycle, collaborate globally, and leverage engineering expertise to design custom ultrapure...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Pioneer innovative Ultra Pure Water treatment solutions as a key technical contact, leading bid strategy and project execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored clien...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Solve complex challenges as a Senior SCADA Engineer, designing intuitive automation graphics for advanced control systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes and mentor junior...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale automation projects, guiding teams through all phases with a focus on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and financial management in a collaborative environment...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $176K *

Engage in the strategic management of energy storage projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and team coordination from planning through mobilization. Lead effort in risk mitigation and cross-departm...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engage in diverse remediation projects, leading design and implementation efforts while ensuring project success through effective management and client engagement in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $190K *

Drive project management excellence in high voltage power delivery, overseeing engineering teams and ensuring quality deliverables. Lead complex projects from initiation to closeout, fostering client...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $120K *

Lead the charge in administering and supporting Microsoft cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring seamless operations and project coordination for Microsoft 365 implementations while enhancing us...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading proposal efforts for strategic pursuits, collaborating with teams to develop winning strategies, and managing proposal deliverables. Drive quality and compliance while coac...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    A Project Engineer coordinates technical and operational work to help deliver projects. Duties may include supporting plans and schedules, tracking budgets, working with contractors and suppliers, monitoring quality and safety, managing documentation, and communicating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Project Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for an engineering degree or equivalent experience, project coordination skills, clear communication, and familiarity with relevant technical standards and project tools.

  • Where do Project Engineers work?question toggle

    Project Engineers work across industries such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services.

  • What career paths are available to Project Engineers?question toggle

    With additional experience, Project Engineers may move into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles.

  • How can I find Project Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Project Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare listings based on their responsibilities, qualifications, and industry.