Project Engineer Jobs

Explore Project Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Project Engineers help turn plans into completed work by coordinating technical teams, schedules, budgets, resources, and project requirements. Browse openings across industries and discover roles that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

Project Engineers support projects from early planning through execution and closeout. Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include developing schedules, tracking costs, coordinating contractors and suppliers, reviewing technical documents, monitoring quality and safety, identifying risks, and communicating progress to stakeholders. They often connect engineering, operations, construction, and project management teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Familiarity with project management methods, scheduling and budgeting tools, technical documentation, and industry standards can be valuable. Requirements may differ depending on the sector, project scope, and level of responsibility.

Project Engineer Career Opportunities

Project Engineers work in areas such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services. With experience, professionals may advance to senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles. Explore Ladders listings to find opportunities suited to your expertise and compensation expectations.

Find Project Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted Project Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your technical background and project delivery experience can make an impact.

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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing building electrical systems, utilizing AutoCAD and REVIT. Collaborate with clients, oversee projects, and guide junior staff while managing budgets and schedules to delive...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Contribute to the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver...

Rancho Cordova, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the design and analysis of water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and innovation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance community serv...

Oakland, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Engage in the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers...

Riverside, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Empower communities by leading innovative water infrastructure projects. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll design and analyze critical facilities, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K *

Empower your career by producing innovative designs in AutoCAD 3D for land development projects. Collaborate with professionals to analyze site details and develop civil engineering concepts while ens...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Transform civil engineering projects by leading planning, design, and execution, ensuring compliance and quality. Elevate team performance and partnership engagements for successful infrastructure dev...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee civil engineering projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution while fostering collaboration and innovation across all phases from planning to construction...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Advance infrastructure projects by managing and delivering engineering solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring junior staff and supporting busine...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join us to manage and execute civil engineering projects with a focus on transportation and infrastructure. Bring your leadership skills and technical expertise to lead teams, ensure compliance, and a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring timely execution within budget and scope. Collaborate with clients and guide teams to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions while...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to aviation integration and project management. Leverage your engineering expertise to coordinate multiple projects, ensuring seamless system integration and adherence to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $141K *

Lead engineering teams to execute complex projects, ensuring high-quality system designs and timely delivery while collaborating across disciplines and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing transportation projects, delivering innovative design solutions while fostering client relationships and mentoring a multi-disciplinary team to enhance project outcomes and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $152K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions by designing, analyzing, and improving mechanical systems. Collaborate on projects, manage field visits, and apply technical expertise to enhance product perform...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $105K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and mentoring team members to achieve project success...

Tiverton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform project outcomes by leading electrical engineering efforts from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to design, manage, and oversee projects, ensuring compliance with industry stand...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    A Project Engineer coordinates technical and operational work to help deliver projects. Duties may include supporting plans and schedules, tracking budgets, working with contractors and suppliers, monitoring quality and safety, managing documentation, and communicating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Project Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for an engineering degree or equivalent experience, project coordination skills, clear communication, and familiarity with relevant technical standards and project tools.

  • Where do Project Engineers work?question toggle

    Project Engineers work across industries such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services.

  • What career paths are available to Project Engineers?question toggle

    With additional experience, Project Engineers may move into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles.

  • How can I find Project Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Project Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare listings based on their responsibilities, qualifications, and industry.