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 *
Join a team that's shaping innovative product experiences through design and code. Collaborate with designers and engineers to enhance Aaru's visual identity and deliver polished, user-centric solutio...
3 days ago
Senior Engineer, Project Development
$130K - $160K *
Shape the future of project development in the oil & gas sector by leading strategic initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving operational excellence to enhance growth and performance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading grid scale generation and microgrid projects, developing innovative designs, and collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to multi-discipline projects as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading electrical efforts, managing client relations, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior staff through...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Optimize engineering coordination across multiple capital projects, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with project priorities. Act as the key liaison among teams, driving efficiency and accou...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead and innovate in civil engineering for electrical substations and transmission lines. Collaborate with teams to develop impactful solutions while overseeing design, permitting, and construction fo...
3 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing engineering projects, ensuring compliance with specifications while fostering client relations and team collaboration for successful outcomes...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and communicate effectively to deliver exception...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource management, project scheduling, and client communication while prom...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, resolve operational issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and qu...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, oversee resources, and lead safety efforts while promoti...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, lead safety efforts, and drive operational excellence...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing engineering projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and upholding safety and quality standards while meeting client expectations and coor...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Manage environmental engineering projects focusing on compliance, safety, and client satisfaction while ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and time constraints. Oversee all project phases and coo...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Execute all facets of engineering projects, ensuring timely completion, safety compliance, and effective resource management while fostering client satisfaction and team collaboration for optimal proj...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive construction engineering excellence by managing heavy highway and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating all on-site engineering efforts to meet project goals effi...
3 weeks ago
Structural/Civil/Marine Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager
$95K - $140K *
Empower project success by managing engineering designs, overseeing productivity, and ensuring compliance with construction standards. Collaborate across teams to achieve goals in profit, productivity...
5 days ago
Project Engineer II - Cement Plant CAPEX
$80K - $95K *
Lead engineering projects to enhance plant operations, safety, and efficiency while managing multiple initiatives within budget. Drive reliability improvements and maintain compliance with industry st...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead engineering and consulting services across diverse projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and effective communication with clients. Manage project phases, conduct analyses, and mentor junior sta...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering by providing expert consulting and innovative solutions across diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions. You'll manage diverse projects, conduct field investigations, and provide expert recommendations while collabo...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform diverse engineering projects by leading field investigations, analysis, and design, while ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-impact solutions across vari...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Transform geotechnical project execution by managing large-scale projects, collaborating with experts, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring quality results across diverse geological environmen...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive impactful engineering initiatives by managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in every phase—planning, design, construction, and start-up. Join a...
Reposted 3 weeks 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.