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.
$90K - $120K *
Help us streamline project processes and enhance team efficiency by coordinating tasks, managing documentation, and ensuring quality control on-site for successful project delivery and support...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in ensuring optimal operations and maintenance of hotel facilities, focusing on guest satisfaction, cost control, and compliance with safety standards while overseeing a dedicated main...
3 days ago
$117K - $176K *
Advance your career as a Resident Engineer overseeing electrical projects. Manage construction teams, ensure compliance with safety and quality plans, and coordinate schedules to deliver successful ou...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Engineer (Hybrid)
$86K - $165K *
Transform engineering initiatives by leading cross-functional teams in the development, testing, and optimization of fuel metering systems, ensuring high-quality solutions in a dynamic aerospace envir...
Reposted 3 days ago
Civil Engineer Project Manager
$85K - $100K *
Drive innovative civil engineering designs for land development projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading a collaborative team. Manage project lifecycles, mentor junior engineers, a...
1 week ago
$101K - $152K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that designs and improves engineering systems. Utilize your expertise to analyze, develop, and manage projects while ensuring quality and compliance in a fas...
3 days ago
$111K - $167K *
Join a dynamic team to design, analyze, and improve engineering systems while managing projects and ensuring compliance with standards. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive in...
3 days ago
$101K - $152K *
Transform engineering concepts into reality by designing, analyzing, and improving systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and ensure compliance through effective communication and prob...
3 days ago
$91K - $137K *
Contribute to innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply your expertise to enhance product perf...
5 days ago
$80K - $105K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and mentoring team members to achieve project success...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer - New Generation Development
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative renewable and natural gas projects. Collaborate across teams to develop project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates, ensuring successful execution of new gener...
5 days ago
$110K - $120K *
Partner with us to lead independent cost estimation and negotiation for change orders on NYCDEP construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards while facilitating effec...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$116K - $175K *
Transform energy solutions by leading advanced electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency in designs for healthcare and educational infrastructures while mentoring junior engi...
1 week ago
$69K - $104K *
Advance your career as an entry-level Environmental Engineer, collaborating with experts to enhance environmental assessment and remediation projects. Engage in field investigations and support divers...
1 week ago
$69K - $104K *
Empower environmental solutions by supporting diverse projects in assessment and remediation. Collaborate with experts to enhance quality of life through innovative engineering design and field invest...
1 week ago
Senior Architect/ Engineer - Construction
$88K - $105K *
Champion construction excellence by overseeing project engineering, planning, and compliance for healthcare facilities. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and adherence to standards while managi...
2 days ago
$100K - $105K *
Contribute to innovative industrial projects by applying your civil engineering expertise in site development, grading, and stormwater design. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver qual...
2 weeks ago
$150K *
Explore the forefront of engineering by leading complex tunnel and trenchless projects. Utilize your expertise to deliver high-quality technical outputs while mentoring junior staff and enhancing indu...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing multi-discipline engineering teams to deliver high-quality projects in the oil and gas sector, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and client satisfaction while fostering safe...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Preconstruction Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Transform the preconstruction landscape by leading bid processes, crafting precise estimates, and managing subcontractor relationships. Your expertise will drive project success across diverse sectors...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive engineering resource planning and scheduling for complex Gas and Steam Turbine projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution, manage risks, and ensure timely del...
1 week ago
Professional Engineer - Roadway
$105K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to innovative roadway design, managing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while enhancing your skills in a supportive environm...
2 weeks ago
Professional Engineer - Roadway
$85K - $100K *
Grow your career by leading roadway design projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and adherence to budget and schedule while enhancing your t...
2 weeks ago
Professional Engineer - Roadway
$105K - $125K *
Champion innovative roadway designs by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing projects from inception to completion, and ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards while fostering clie...
2 weeks ago
Professional Engineer - Roadway
$105K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead roadway design projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while advancing your career through ment...
2 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.