Explore Project Engineer Jobs Paying $100K and Above

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.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

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.

Industries Hiring Project Engineers

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find Your Next Project Engineer Role

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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$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by leading complex civil engineering initiatives, managing teams, and ensuring technical fidelity while fostering client relationships. Drive profitability and advancement thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $141K *

Shape innovative civil engineering solutions for land development projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage technical design, project delivery, and client communications while ensuring compli...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage civil engineering projects, ensuring successful design and execution while fostering collaboration and innovation within your engineering team...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead land development design projects, overseeing site layouts, utility and roadway design, and permitting processes. Collaborate across disciplines while mentoring engineers an...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $126K *

Transform projects by leveraging your engineering expertise in land development and site design, leading initiatives from planning to execution while ensuring compliance and fostering client relations...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $126K *

Shape the future of land development as you lead projects, design systems, and engage with clients. Utilize your engineering expertise to drive growth, navigate permitting, and ensure project success...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $126K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic engineering role, leading innovative site and civil development projects while ensuring compliance from start to finish. Engage with clients and agencies to drive su...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of electrical engineering, leading the charge on diverse industrial projects, ensuring design excellence, compliance, and successful execution while fostering innov...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Join us to execute strategic planning and cost modeling for large-scale facilities projects. You will evaluate infrastructure needs, coordinate with stakeholders, and develop robust proposals ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of space exploration by developing project documentation, collaborating with design teams, and ensuring hardware meets specifications. Join a diverse team dedicated to advancing human...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate space exploration by leading project documentation, collaborating with design teams, and ensuring hardware integrity. Join a diverse team dedicated to advancing human understanding of the univ...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing your skills in construction management. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure project success while gaining hands-on experience and advan...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative HVAC solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance building performance and sustainability. Drive impactful design from concept to completion, ensuri...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Mechanical Project Engineer, collaborating with a dynamic team on diverse projects, from healthcare to performing arts, ensuring sustainable design and impactful engin...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovative mechanical engineering projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to design sustainable HVAC systems for diverse facilities, from educational institutions to healthcare...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle diverse engineering challenges, including design, construction management, and data analysis, while leveraging your expertise in geotechnical and tunneling projects to dr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing expertise in design, specifications, and project management, wh...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Grow your career with an innovative team where you'll design and lead diverse electrical projects, collaborate across disciplines, and mentor junior staff while ensuring quality and efficiency in ever...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Design integrated electrical systems for diverse projects, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior staff while driving proje...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive transformative electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective and innovative solutions. Your expertise will guide efficient project execution from con...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $125K *

Collaborate with architects and engineers to design cutting-edge electrical systems for diverse building projects, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to industry standards throughout all proj...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead and support engineering projects in water and wastewater utilities, ensuring effective design, management, and compliance with regulations while collaborating with teams and stakeholders...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while managing resources and timelines effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by managing equipment design and project execution, ensuring quality and accuracy from start to finish. Collaborate effectively with teams and customers to meet project o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    With experience, Project Engineers may advance into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering management roles.