Project Engineer Jobs

Explore Project Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Project Engineers help turn plans into completed work by coordinating technical teams, schedules, budgets, resources, and project requirements. Browse openings across industries and discover roles that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

Project Engineers support projects from early planning through execution and closeout. Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include developing schedules, tracking costs, coordinating contractors and suppliers, reviewing technical documents, monitoring quality and safety, identifying risks, and communicating progress to stakeholders. They often connect engineering, operations, construction, and project management teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Familiarity with project management methods, scheduling and budgeting tools, technical documentation, and industry standards can be valuable. Requirements may differ depending on the sector, project scope, and level of responsibility.

Project Engineer Career Opportunities

Project Engineers work in areas such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services. With experience, professionals may advance to senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles. Explore Ladders listings to find opportunities suited to your expertise and compensation expectations.

Find Project Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted Project Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your technical background and project delivery experience can make an impact.

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$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

$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 - $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...

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  •   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 yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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

$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 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a skilled team, ensuring optimal functionality of machinery and systems, while implementing best practices in maintenance and compliance for enhanced ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, leveraging technical expertise to deliver innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure proj...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $198K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex engineering projects by leveraging your expertise to guide teams, ensure quality, and meet client needs. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate solutions and...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $198K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex engineering projects by leveraging technical expertise, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring adherence to budget and schedule while collaborating across disciplin...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $198K *

Drive project success by leveraging engineering expertise to deliver complex designs, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure adherence to budget and schedule while mentoring junior staff and coll...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering for marine and heavy civil projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with design standards...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in leading engineering teams to develop innovative electrical designs while managing project objectives, communicating with clients, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical projects, driving innovative designs and technical deliverables while mentoring fellow engineers. Engage with clients and deliver efficient solutions for a varie...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer comprehensive electrical systems for diverse projects, leading teams to develop technical deliverables while ensuring client satisfaction and project efficiency in a dynamic, hybrid environme...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your construction engineering expertise to design innovative temporary support structures and collaborate with clients across diverse projects throughout North Americ...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative temporary structures and support systems for diverse construction projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in engineering solutions...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Empower your career by designing innovative temporary structures and solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle diverse construction challenges across North America, enhancing safety and eff...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Engineer innovative construction solutions by designing temporary support structures and systems. Collaborate with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in con...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Transform construction engineering by designing innovative temporary support structures and collaborating with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in constru...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction engineering through innovative design and collaboration on temporary works projects across North America. Contribute your expertise in structural...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective client interaction, project execution, and team leadership. Collaborate with stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing critical construction projects that enhance educational facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, track documentation, and drive successful proje...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing diverse municipal infrastructure projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver public sector solutions on time and within budget while building...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    A Project Engineer coordinates technical and operational work to help deliver projects. Duties may include supporting plans and schedules, tracking budgets, working with contractors and suppliers, monitoring quality and safety, managing documentation, and communicating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Project Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for an engineering degree or equivalent experience, project coordination skills, clear communication, and familiarity with relevant technical standards and project tools.

  • Where do Project Engineers work?question toggle

    Project Engineers work across industries such as construction, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, technology, and engineering services.

  • What career paths are available to Project Engineers?question toggle

    With additional experience, Project Engineers may move into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering leadership roles.

  • How can I find Project Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Project Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare listings based on their responsibilities, qualifications, and industry.