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 *

Empower project success by leading engineering efforts, managing complex construction tasks, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver large power...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead electrical engineering initiatives to support maintenance and infrastructure projects at a historic shipyard. Collaborate with vendors and local officials to ensure project success while adhering...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Engage in delivering utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet engineering requirements and project goals. Ideal for early-career engineers seeking...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Transform airport projects by managing design, compliance, and execution for federal and state-funded improvements, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to standards while collaborating with diverse...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive automation and production-line electrical design and integration efforts. Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance and delivering innovative safety syste...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Optimize project success by managing full project flow, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet client specifications and maintain strong stakeholder rela...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts across the lifecycle, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mission-critical defense systems. Drive innovation and technical exc...

1 week ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team supporting on-orbit and launch operations. Collaborate on system engineering tasks, manage agile processes, and develop risk mitigation strategies while ensuring...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Engineer, take ownership of project execution by leading engineering efforts, coordinating design and documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while managing risks and supporting...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $239K *

Unlock potential by managing engineering performance on critical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical commitments are met, track metrics, and drive continuous improvem...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering performance on critical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical commitments are met, manage resources, and drive adherence to best...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing technical performance, cost, and schedule for key programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and ensure adherence to best...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's managing capital investment projects, ensuring safety, quality, and cost control from development through commissioning. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by managing capital investment projects, ensuring safety, quality, and cost control from development through commissioning. Collaborate with teams to drive project success across...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as an expert in project management, overseeing critical scheduling and emergency response. Leverage your experience to support leadership with strategic insights, quality control...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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

$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...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

The Senior Civil Project Engineer will lead civil engineering design efforts and manage complex projects across Indiana and Kentucky. This role involves overseeing project planning, mentoring teams, a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage intermediate to complex construction projects, ensuring financial success and delivery excellence. Cultivate client relationships, oversee project teams, and implement safety and risk...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

$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

3 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

$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...

Today

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

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.