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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Project Engineer - Civil Construction
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing technical coordination for large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integrity and construction execution, driving ti...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance project management efficiency, support operations, maintain documentation, and oversee production tracking. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure projects meet...
Reposted today
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's driving the successful delivery of complex heavy-civil projects. Lead project execution from pre-construction to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fos...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Explore a pivotal role in leading multimillion-dollar heavy-civil projects from pre-construction to completion, ensuring safety, efficiency, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders while driving i...
2 weeks ago
$62K - $99K *
Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative construction solutions while supporting engineering projects through collaboration, technical analysis, and hands-on fieldwork. Ideal for recent g...
3 weeks ago
Lead Project Engineer - Aerospace
$112K - $155K *
Lead and mentor engineering teams in developing hydraulic actuation devices for aerospace applications. Drive project objectives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative soluti...
Reposted 1 week ago
$115K - $155K *
Lead the charge in process engineering for fuel projects, optimizing performance and safety while collaborating with contractors and teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance with industry...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $155K *
Shape the future of fuel processing by leading engineering initiatives, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in a dynamic in...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by managing complex highway projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver innovative designs and collaborate across disciplines in a...
Today
$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality and efficiency in roadway and bridge projects while mentorin...
Today
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future as a Project Engineer, overseeing engineering activities across projects, ensuring compliance with national codes, and leading design development for a global business unit. Drive inn...
3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving excellence in construction engineering and inspection. Lead high-performing teams, optimize project outcomes, and build lasting client relationships while making a significa...
6 days ago
$101K - $145K *
Drive the success of infrastructure projects by managing engineering processes, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve project goals e...
3 weeks ago
$96K - $130K *
Drive impactful structural design and project delivery, mentoring engineers while managing diverse project teams and client relationships, ensuring successful outcomes from concept through constructio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing engineering projects across various sectors, ensuring financial success and effective teamwork. Drive project planning, client relationships, and technical excellence while...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing project administration for multiple small to medium-sized projects, ensuring effective cost and schedule management while supporting the Project Manager and overseeing proj...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer, Land Development
$100K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping vibrant communities by leading land development projects. Utilize your engineering expertise to manage project delivery, foster client relationships, and mentor junior staff...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Accelerate progress at our Operations team by managing onsite trade activities, ensuring project execution, and mentoring junior associates. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to elevate constructi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$85K - $102K *
Engage with diverse teams to oversee data center projects, driving successful execution and maintaining contract standards while enhancing operational efficiency in a growing business unit...
Reposted 1 week ago
Engineering Manager, EPC Services
$110K - $130K *
Optimize engineering execution and internal capabilities for EPC projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, quality standards, and financial objectives. Lead a high-performing team while m...
5 days ago
Project Engineer III - Sustainability
$95K - $115K *
Transform sustainability initiatives by providing engineering and project coordination support for capital improvement projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful planning, design, a...
3 days ago
$160K - $200K *
Empower project success by supporting the Senior Project Manager in large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with teams on budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance to ensure seamless project...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate civil engineering projects by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, leading design processes from concept to construction, and ensuring successful project delivery through technical exce...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower your career as you collaborate on diverse civil engineering projects, guiding design from concept to construction. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative, community-first solutions across m...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver innovative civil engineering solutions. Shape impactful projects from concept to construction while fostering a...
5 days ago
What does a Project Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
With experience, Project Engineers may advance into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering management roles.