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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$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional results by leading electrical construction projects from inception to completion. Foster a culture of safety, manage risks, and ensure quality while building strong relationships w...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with an opportunity to lead cross-functional teams, driving engineering excellence for advanced defense programs. Oversee project lifecycle phases, ensuring technical quality, budget...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career as an Intermediate Civil Engineer, engaging in diverse civil design projects across land development and municipal infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team while advancing y...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the full lifecycle of diverse capital projects, ensuring alignment with operational goals, fostering collaboration across teams, and delivering strategic engineering solutions that support long...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to leading capital projects across multiple facilities, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth through strategic engineering solutions and cross-func...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex capital projects from concept to closeout. Drive engineering solutions, engage stakeholders, and ensure alignment with operational goals. Your leadership will foste...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Manage project development and execution, including bid package coordination, quality management, and field condition oversight while collaborating closely with project teams to ensure successful proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative subsea engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety standards while collaborating with global teams for diverse initiatives from design...

Paradise, NLIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Shape innovative electrical energy projects as a Protection and Control Engineer, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design and optimize substation and renewable energy systems, while advan...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion innovative electrical solutions by designing and reviewing protection and control systems for large-scale energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance renewable energy...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by designing innovative protection and control systems for large-scale electrical projects. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment to drive s...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy through innovative projects. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment, focusing on protection and control systems for large-scale electrical en...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Protection and Control Engineer, collaborating on innovative energy projects. Contribute to the design and optimization of electrical systems in a dynamic, multidisciplinary e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $175K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading complex projects, overseeing teams, and ensuring quality deliverables. Drive project success through collaboration with clients and stakeholders while provid...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage structural projects across New York, oversee junior staff, and serve as primary client contact while ensuring design quality and collaboration within the team to shape departmental growth and s...

Reposted yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape structural projects across New York, mentoring junior staff while serving as the main client contact. You will drive design quality and oversee project development, ensuring adherence to the hig...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing on-site oversight for water and sewer projects. Ensure compliance, quality, and safety while coordinating activities and liaising with stakeholders. Join us as we buil...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Drive innovative structural solutions by managing diverse projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate globally with engineers and BIM modelers to deliver high-quality designs f...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Deliver innovative electrical engineering solutions by leading design efforts, coordinating multidisciplinary projects, and mentoring staff to ensure high-quality outcomes across commercial, instituti...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career as an Electrical Project Engineer leading innovative design efforts, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions in commercial, institution...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing complex engineering assignments, ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and supporting business development efforts across multiple teams and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $127K *

Engage in innovative electrical engineering, overseeing system design, construction documentation, and project management. Collaborate effectively with teams to ensure compliance and successfully impl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead geotechnical engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and drive business development. This role offers technical leadership and prepares you for independent work, all while supportin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse civil engineering projects, coordinating teams, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while collaborating with clients and stakeholders on innovative inf...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by supervising on-site personnel, ensuring quality control, and managing project compliance. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain project schedules while fostering...

1 week ago

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

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.