Project engineers help turn plans into successful outcomes. They coordinate technical work, schedules, budgets, resources, and communication across teams to keep projects moving from design through delivery. Browse Project Engineer jobs on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but project engineers commonly support project planning, track milestones and costs, coordinate engineers and contractors, review technical documentation, manage risks, and help resolve issues. They may also monitor quality and safety, communicate progress to stakeholders, and ensure project work meets specifications and regulatory requirements.
Project engineers are sought across construction, civil and mechanical engineering, manufacturing, energy, utilities, aerospace, technology, and infrastructure. The role may focus on building systems, industrial facilities, product development, capital projects, or complex technical programs. Industry experience and specialized expertise can help candidates target roles that match their background.
Employers often look for a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline, relevant project experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include expertise in project management tools, budgeting and scheduling, risk management, quality standards, CAD or technical systems, and applicable codes. Professional credentials or a professional engineering license may be preferred for some roles.
Use Ladders to explore Project Engineer openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, required experience, industry, and location to identify roles aligned with your career goals. Project Engineer opportunities can offer a path toward senior project engineering, project management, program leadership, or engineering management.
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Transform water infrastructure by leading electrical engineering projects. As a trusted advisor, you will guide multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of innovative solutions for municipal and...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Lead innovative electrical engineering solutions for municipal water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in strategic planning, design, and project delive...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Take ownership of complex electrical design projects in the water and wastewater sector, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to mentor talent and b...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Explore a leadership role guiding complex electrical designs for water/wastewater infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovative solutions while mentoring engineering talent and ma...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Drive innovative electrical design solutions for municipal and industrial water/wastewater projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and mentor talent while ensuring high-q...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical solutions for critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams and nurturing client relationships while drivin...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $220K *
Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions for complex water & wastewater projects. Leverage your expertise to mentor teams, build client relationships, and ensure successful project delivery a...
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$85K - $105K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative construction management, overseeing project activities, maintaining logs, and ensuring timely communication among stakeholders to deliver successful p...
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$80K - $95K *
Support the planning and execution of electrical construction projects by collaborating with project teams, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards while resolving technical is...
4 days ago
$85K - $102K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of complex marine structures, ensuring safety and efficiency in projects. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions in civil engineering for...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative structural designs for onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engi...
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$95K - $105K *
Manage and support capital projects in pharmaceutical environments, ensuring effective execution of construction, commissioning, and startup activities while collaborating with internal teams and cont...
3 weeks ago
$114K - $169K *
Lead projects by coordinating engineering execution across scope, schedule, cost, and safety. Provide technical leadership and ensure engineering deliverables meet contractual and regulatory requireme...
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$78K - $90K *
Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by coordinating all aspects of transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure project success through effective manage...
5 days ago
$78K - $90K *
Drive project success by coordinating transmission and substation initiatives, managing schedules, budgets, and team collaboration to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to quality standards in t...
6 days ago
$78K - $90K *
Unlock your potential as a Project Manager II, coordinating impactful energy projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, manage project execution, and ensure client satisfaction while driving quality a...
6 days ago
$78K - $90K *
Champion impactful energy projects by managing transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure project success through effective planning, execution, and quality ass...
6 days ago
$78K - $90K *
Lead and optimize project execution in the energy sector, coordinating transmission and substation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, manage risks, and maintain project s...
6 days ago
$114K - $169K *
Transform engineering execution by coordinating project delivery, enhancing communication among teams, and ensuring adherence to standards and regulations while tackling challenges in the petrochemica...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...
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Lead a dynamic engineering team to deliver high-quality project outcomes, ensuring effective communication and integration across all engineering functions while managing schedules, resources, and tec...
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Civil Engineer - Project Construction Lead
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Collaborate with clients to lead transportation construction projects, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and profitable management while mentoring staff and maintaining strong client relationships in...
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Structural Project Engineer - Commercial Team
$80K - $115K *
Champion the development of innovative structural designs for diverse commercial projects while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with clients and architects to drive project success in the...
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Structural Project Engineer - Commercial Team
$80K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to lead commercial structural design projects, collaborate directly with architects and contractors, and mentor junior engineers. Drive the creation of innovative solutions while i...
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Join a team that's dedicated to managing HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Oversee operations, coordinate inspections, and ensure timely deliverables...
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What does a Project Engineer do?
A Project Engineer coordinates technical project work, schedules, budgets, resources, and communication. The role may include tracking milestones, reviewing documentation, managing risks, and helping ensure work meets quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
What qualifications are needed for Project Engineer jobs?
Many employers seek a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, relevant project experience, and strong coordination and communication skills. Specific technical expertise, industry knowledge, certifications, or a professional engineering license may be required or preferred depending on the job.
Which industries hire Project Engineers?
Project Engineers work in industries such as construction, civil and mechanical engineering, manufacturing, energy, utilities, aerospace, technology, and infrastructure.
How much do Project Engineer jobs pay?
Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and project scope. Ladders features vetted professional Project Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
What career paths can follow a Project Engineer role?
With experience, Project Engineers may advance into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering management roles.