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.
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
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your engineering career by collaborating on diverse structural projects. Engage in innovative designs and solutions while managing project deliverables, fostering relationships with clients, a...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower a diverse team by leading structural engineering projects in wood construction. Engage in site investigations, analyze data, and deliver innovative engineering solutions while managing client...
3 weeks ago
$115K - $120K *
Lead complex engineering projects by defining scope, managing resources, and ensuring technical feasibility. Collaborate with stakeholders for timely completion and risk management. Oversee project pe...
Reposted 1 week ago
$81K - $151K *
Join a team that's driving Cyber Resiliency initiatives by managing workforce planning, metrics analysis, and resource allocation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met wh...
6 days ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer
$85K - $100K *
Pioneer innovative structural engineering solutions for complex infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, advancing your career while delivering quality assessments and design...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager, Civil Engineering - PD&E
$110K - $130K *
Join our team to lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Utilize your expertise in project management and engineering to drive success across multipl...
1 week ago
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by supporting Major Projects in geotechnical engineering, focusing on pavement design and analysis. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions from ince...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of engineering by leading a team of professionals to design, develop, and test innovative fire truck components. Drive efficiency and quality while collaborating across departments to...
1 week ago
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in overseeing electrical engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence and project success. Mentor new engineers while directing project teams and collaborating on innovative des...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful projects by managing civil and geotechnical engineering teams, building client relationships, and overseeing multi-disciplinary designs for diverse industries. Contribute your expertis...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager, Drainage
$130K - $170K *
Join a team that's redefining transportation drainage solutions. Lead high-profile projects, manage budgets and schedules, and provide strategic guidance to clients while mentoring teams and driving b...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of energy by leading civil engineering for electric transmission projects. Shape team growth while ensuring successful planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration in a comp...
Reposted today
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Manage multi-disciplinary projects while fostering client relationships and mentoring talent within...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering for diverse sectors. Engage in project management, client relations, and technical guidance while leading innovative projects within the Power Ge...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a leader in geotechnical engineering, driving innovative solutions in multi-discipline projects for energy and industrial sectors. Make a meaningful impact while collaborating w...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform multi-discipline projects by leveraging your geotechnical expertise. Lead client relationships and staff management while ensuring project delivery in the Power Generation sector. Collaborat...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects while fostering client relationships and ensuring quality delivery of services across Energy and Manufacturing sectors. Inspire a collaborative team e...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Optimize multi-discipline engineering projects, develop client relationships, and lead teams to deliver civil and geotechnical solutions for diverse industries, ensuring high standards of quality, saf...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead innovative geotechnical engineering projects, fostering client relationships and team collaboration while managing diverse teams and multi-discipline projects for clients across Energy...
3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions for diverse projects, while managing client relationships and guiding a team of professionals to achieve project success and...
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.