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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$120K - $180K *

Drive your career forward by providing expert scheduling support for data center projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and manage CPM schedules, ensuring project success and growth oppo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of site development by leading projects and managing teams. Drive successful client relations while leveraging your technical expertise in utilities, grading, and drainage design to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers to drive project success, enhance client relationships, and ensure technical excellence in civil engineering. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape practice g...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading distribution projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, high-quality deliverables that meet project requirements while manag...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead project evaluations and engineering calculations to ensure pipeline safety and compliance across development activities in collaboration with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Shape your career by joining a dynamic team supporting geotechnical and civil engineering projects across the U.S. Collaborate, innovate, and contribute to infrastructure development while enhancing y...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Engage as the civil technical lead on-site for a major power project, ensuring compliance with specifications, addressing technical queries, and managing civil documentation. Collaborate closely with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$161K - $194K *

Contribute to the design of heavy civil structures for major infrastructure projects. Leverage your seismic design expertise to tackle complex challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary tea...

3 days ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Drive large-scale transportation projects as a Resident Engineer, overseeing construction engineering, inspection, and contract administration. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure comp...

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

$139K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative substation solutions to enhance energy delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate projects, create engineering concepts, and mentor engineer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with us by collaborating in a dynamic team environment to successfully deliver projects on time and budget, while enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency across all project phases...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Project Engineer in Electrical to ensure construction adheres to design standards. Collaborate with teams to solve field issues, lead technical evaluations, and manage project deliverables...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading large-scale capital projects in the Oil & Gas, Power, and Chemical sectors. Oversee project execution, manage engineering teams, and ensure compliance with budget and schedu...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Innovate engineering designs and construction management for heavy industrial projects. Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with codes and deliver solutions that enhance system reliabi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing contract documents, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Drive quality control and safety while enhancing your professional growth...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Optimize water resource projects by leading design, planning, and analysis initiatives in stormwater management. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative engineering solutions that ensure sustai...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion the successful execution of large-scale projects in the oil, gas, and chemical sectors, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning while managing budgets, schedules, and team dynami...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Empower progress by leading cross-functional design engineering projects, managing timelines and resources while ensuring high-quality deliverables that align with strategic business objectives and st...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion land development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with municipal standards, and managing client relationships from concept to construction, while promoting sus...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion construction excellence by leading site teams, enhancing safety, and driving collaboration across engineering, procurement, and quality functions to achieve timely and successful project deli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $121K *

Drive impactful transportation solutions as a traffic engineer, enhancing safety and mobility through design and analysis. Collaborate with a dedicated team while advancing your expertise and manageme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design advanced electrical and control systems for complex infrastructure projects. Take charge of instrumentation, ensuring project success from design th...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by overseeing project production, ensuring efficiency, and providing expert guidance to project teams for successful project delivery...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate project success by preparing plans, estimates, and designs while communicating effectively across teams and regulatory agencies. Support multiple multidisciplinary projects in a dynamic env...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading the engineering team to ensure 100% uptime and optimal performance of all building systems while implementing best practices for maintenance and safety...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business 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.