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.
$80K - $95K *
Elevate roadway design through innovative engineering solutions for local, county, and state projects. Collaborate remotely on high-profile initiatives, guiding junior engineers and ensuring complianc...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $200K *
Manage day-to-day construction oversight for a major NYCDEP project. Leverage your expertise in municipal infrastructure to ensure compliance, safety, and effective communication among stakeholders wh...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles and technical expertise to design and deliver innovative roadway and multimodal projects, collaborating with multid...
3 days ago
$105K - $140K *
Shape impactful transportation projects by developing roadway designs, specifications, and support for various stakeholders. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing Arizona's infrastructure through i...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $140K *
Innovate transportation solutions as you design roadway alignments and specifications for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and develop expertise while contributing to impactf...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $102K *
Unlock innovative transportation solutions by applying engineering expertise to roadway design. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and enhancing project outcomes while devel...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion transportation innovation while designing critical roadway projects. Collaborate remotely on high-profile assignments, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with engineering standard...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with impactful transportation projects as you design and detail roadway plans. Collaborate remotely with a dynamic team while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance across...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure by designing and detailing roadway projects. Collaborate on high-profile designs, mentor junior engineers, and employ advance...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading roadway design projects. Collaborate with a dedicated team on high-profile initiatives while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compli...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion your career as you lead roadway design efforts, enhancing transportation projects nationwide through creativity and technical expertise while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring complianc...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive application engineering efforts by providing hands-on support for electrical power generation equipment, ensuring safe operations, and collaborating with customers and teams to deliver effective...
1 week ago
Research & Development - R&D Design Engineer 3
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of product design by developing innovative solutions from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet safety and quality standards while ment...
3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive the future of site civil engineering by leading diverse projects, managing client relationships, and fostering team collaboration. Shape impactful solutions for a variety of sectors, guiding pro...
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$112K - $140K *
Partner with us to streamline construction project delivery by owning coordination and readiness across data center initiatives. Drive resolution, mentor engineers, and ensure timely stakeholder engag...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion the design and development of cutting-edge digital compute and power electronics. Lead a team in creating reliable, scalable systems for high-speed communication, ensuring optimal performance...
1 week ago
Project Engineer Senior/Principal
$98K - $151K *
Advance your career by leading complex engineering projects in power generation. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safe, efficient delivery of utility-scale assets, from design to construction...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to improving communities through innovative roadway design. Leverage your project management and engineering skills to lead impactful transportation projects while mentori...
2 weeks ago
Design Project Manager (Non-IT)
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering and construction. Leverage your 10+ years of design/build project management experience to lead impactful projects for federal Defense and Civilian...
5 days ago
Design Project Manager (Non-IT)
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful projects by leading design and construction teams, ensuring compliance and quality while managing budgets and schedules. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver excellence...
5 days ago
Project Engineer, Life Safety and Security
$80K - $100K *
Optimize testing and evaluation of Life Safety and Security products, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate with clients, manage projects, and mentor junior staff while maintaining a...
1 week ago
$165K - $237K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical design on EPC Power Projects. Drive project coordination, manage schedules and budgets, and provide technical expertise while mentoring a team of engineers. Enga...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Engage in the design and leadership of electrical engineering projects across diverse facilities. Manage project scopes and budgets while providing technical guidance and mentoring early career engine...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering design projects. You'll manage budgets, schedules, and technical challenges while mentoring teams and developing robust electrical systems...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive structural engineering projects in diverse sectors, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior team members. Engage in innovative solutions...
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.