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.
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by designing and analyzing vertical structures for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while ensuring client sa...
1 week ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by collaborating on innovative structural designs for transit facilities. This role involves creating cohesive architectural documentation, coordinating with multi-disciplinary tea...
1 month ago
$165K - $276K *
Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions. Drive project execution from design to certification, ensuring alignment with technical...
2 days ago
$165K - $276K *
Champion the engineering execution of complex in-flight entertainment and connectivity projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, develop strategies, and ensure technical solutions meet customer and qual...
Reposted 4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Explore new horizons in project management, overseeing complex oil & gas projects. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to drive su...
1 week ago
$120K - $135K *
Transform project delivery by providing essential technical and administrative support for bond-funded capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance and timely execution throughout all phases of c...
1 week ago
$110K - $125K *
Elevate project outcomes by providing essential engineering support, coordinating with diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Manage multiple tasks effectively while contributing...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager (PE)
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by managing scope, schedule, and budget while leading teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality civil engineering projects on...
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$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative field engineering solutions. You'll oversee project planning, material management, and safety protocols, ensuring quality and efficiency in a dyna...
2 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Explore a dynamic role providing field engineering expertise in project planning, material management, and safety oversight. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality standards and operational efficien...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by managing complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining budget and quality standards. Your leadership will drive suc...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive project success by managing scope, budgets, timelines, and risk for all phases of project delivery while ensuring compliance with customer specifications and internal standards...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in mechanical engineering excellence, guiding project phases from concept to commissioning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions in the...
5 days ago
$152K - $210K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical engineering scope for EPC projects, focusing on design and execution of major mechanical systems like rotating equipment and vessels. Collaborate across discipli...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead and manage capital projects up to $2M, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the design, installation, and qualification of biopharmaceutical process equipment and facilities while coordinating c...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Engineering Dpt.
$80K - $95K *
Lead and manage multiple municipal road construction projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and contract specifications while coordinating with contractors, consultants, and city dep...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading complex transportation construction projects, driving business development, and mentoring teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape project delivery and clie...
1 week ago
$110K - $250K *
Drive impactful transportation construction projects by overseeing field contract administration and ensuring compliance with design specifications. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, budgets...
1 week ago
$110K - $250K *
Oversee complex transportation construction projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and contractual obligations while managing contractor activities and maintaining project documentat...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead multidisciplinary projects in civil and aviation infrastructure. Drive business development, mentor junior staff, and ensure timely, quality project delivery while fost...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager, Stormwater Drainage
$110K - $130K *
Empower project success by leading high-impact transportation drainage initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead project engineering for heavy civil construction projects. Manage RFIs, submittals, and documentation while coordinating with stakeholders. Ensure compliance with plans and schedules, providing m...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Land Development
$90K - $135K *
Drive innovative land development projects by leading design tasks across various sectors, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary tea...
6 days ago
Structural Engineer Intermediate Level
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative structural solutions for industrial projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize designs, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiven...
1 week ago
Electrical Design Engineer (Building Engineering)
$80K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions for building systems. Leverage your expertise in power distribution, lighting, and safety standards to support di...
1 week ago
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.