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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$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...

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  •   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

$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

$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

$134K - $241K *

Champion cross-functional coordination and operational excellence by leading engineering integration efforts for key defense programs, ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders and timely exe...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive structural engineering for equipment design, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across projects from studies to execution, focusing on quality, safety, an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $102K *

Champion engineering excellence by planning and executing large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Drive profitable growth through effective budget management and tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $110K *

Manage project lifecycles, collaborating with teams to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to building codes, while producing accurate structural designs and detailed documentation for successful...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of high-tech projects by managing complex programs, fostering client relationships, and ensuring safety and quality on-site. Drive continuous improvement and support project execution...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Manage and support engineering activities on large projects, coordinating field tasks and quality control while ensuring compliance with standards and safety regulations to achieve successful project...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead multidisciplinary highway and bridge design projects, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and stakeholder coordination while mentoring project teams and maintaining client relationsh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in electrical design by leading a high-performing team to develop advanced systems for mining machinery, ensuring project success through collaboration and technical excellence...

Lively, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining our Project Controls team to analyze data, manage subcontractor communications, and ensure accurate billing while maintaining compliance with project requirements and mitig...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$197K - $296K *

Empower project success by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of rail and transit projects while fostering innovation and collaboration across all levels...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in engineering, guiding complex electrical projects while mentoring emerging talent and driving innovative solutions within commercial, industrial, and renewable ener...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing geotechnical and geostructural projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality engineering solutions while fostering client rela...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.