Explore Project Engineer Jobs Paying $100K and Above

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.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

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.

Industries Hiring Project Engineers

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find Your Next Project Engineer Role

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.

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$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of diverse engineering projects, driving innovation and managing teams to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction while ensuring efficient design and project management...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by investigating structural failures and delivering expert analysis. Engage in fieldwork and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive capital and continuous improvement projects, enhancing safety and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage engineering solutions from concept to startup, ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $93K *

Champion capital projects by managing equipment acquisitions, enhancing workflows, and developing innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure project delivery, while leveraging analytical i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and performance across engineering, procurement, and construction phases. Drive efficiency and continuous improvement wh...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project performance by coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities, ensuring quality and timely deliverables, and facilitating communication among stakeholders to enhance project ex...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading engineering projects, coordinating teams, and enhancing technical expertise while ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing project performance effectively...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead and deliver engineering projects while ensuring compliance with cGxP standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and maintain high safety levels in pharmaceutical environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by supporting management of cost, schedule, and quality. Collaborate with teams on multiple projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while overseeing direct reports and enhan...

2 days ago

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

$74K - $92K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction by supporting project execution and ensuring streamlined delivery. Collaborate on documentation, oversee field activities, and uphold safety stand...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead bridge design and inspection projects, mentor junior engineers, and manage complex engineering tasks. Bring your experience and passion for innovative solutions, while growing your car...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Champion the design and inspection of bridge projects, lead mentoring efforts, and manage complex processes to ensure compliance with PennDOT standards while fostering career growth for structural sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Engage your expertise to lead bridge projects, mentoring junior engineers while ensuring compliance with PennDOT/ PTC standards. Join a collaborative environment that fosters career growth through com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Transform project execution by maintaining essential controls, documentation, and tracking commitments for data center projects. Collaborate with construction teams to ensure organizational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $148K *

Lead engineering efforts to enhance in-flight experiences, overseeing design, development, and certification of complex systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and compliance while m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality projects while overseeing daily operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety and compliance in a dynamic construction environmen...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Lead the design and execution of water/wastewater projects, collaborating with municipal clients to enhance infrastructure efficiency while ensuring compliance and delivering results in a team-oriente...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic role supporting project management and construction operations. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure compliance, and drive project success through effective communi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance project execution and coordination in commercial construction, enhancing schedules, and safety practices while fostering a collaborative environment for teams and stakeholders...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by assisting in execution and coordination of schedules, documents, and safety practices in a collaborative environment. Your contributions will enhance team effectiveness and pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to support multifamily and commercial projects. Leverage your skills in project coordination and management, ensuring smooth operations and fostering strong...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of steel production by leading innovative mechanical engineering projects, ensuring reliable systems, and optimizing operations while collaborating across disciplines for efficiency a...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $114K *

Elevate project execution in commercial construction by managing essential documentation and driving collaboration among stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes from start to finish...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on leading engineering projects across various industries. Oversee design teams, ensure adherence to standards, and collaborate with clients for seamless execution of comple...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $140K *

Transform facility operations by leading key capital projects while driving process improvements that enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency in manufacturing and chemical processing environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    With experience, Project Engineers may advance into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering management roles.