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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$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing diverse initiatives, fostering client relationships, and ensuring quality execution while adhering to established PM procedures and business goals...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful project management services while fostering positive client relationships and enhancing workplace culture across diverse transportation projects...

Today

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

$85K - $100K *

Advance project success by managing planning and progress control systems, ensuring timely decision-making and adherence to baselines. Collaborate across functions to monitor schedules, assess risks...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Pioneer your career as you drive complex electrical projects while leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Take charge of project management, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Develop innovative geotechnical solutions in collaboration with engineering teams, ensuring project success through analysis, design, and risk evaluation while mentoring staff and enhancing technical...

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

$105K - $150K *

Lead innovative drainage projects, ensuring compliance and quality while managing client relations and project teams. Drive technical excellence in flood control and roadway drainage design, deliverin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer engineering excellence by leading site operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency in a mission-critical environment. Drive startup, commissioning, and sustaining engineering init...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental investigation and remediation projects. Collaborate with clients, deliver technical excellence, and mentor junior staff while overseeing multiple projects acr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Shape the future of electric system Protection and Control for substation projects, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to design reliable systems while managing multiple initiatives to enha...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Join our team as a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer, leveraging your expertise in geotechnical analysis and design across various transportation projects, while collaborating with interdisciplinary tea...

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

$115K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your geotechnical engineering expertise to support diverse construction projects. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to analyze designs, mitigate risks, and innova...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's driving construction excellence in Milwaukee. As a Project Engineer, you'll support diverse self-perform projects, engage with field teams, and gain hands-on experience in a fast-pa...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Engineer, supporting dynamic self-perform projects across diverse sectors. Gain hands-on experience in construction management while driving efficiency and safety on...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Manage on-site project engineering for diverse self-perform construction projects. Collaborate with teams to drive RFIs, procurement, and productivity tracking, ensuring efficient and safe jobsite ope...

6 days ago

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

$86K - $165K *

Inspire engineering excellence by leading cross-functional teams in complex project execution, ensuring timely delivery of milestones while managing risks and resources effectively. Collaborate with s...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Inspire excellence by leveraging your expertise in process engineering to develop innovative PFDs, P&IDs, and hydraulic systems. Mentor engineers, ensure safety compliance, and lead project teams towa...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative engineering solutions by developing PFDs and P&IDs, sizing critical equipment, and conducting hydraulic analyses. Guide and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance and reliab...

4 weeks ago

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

$78K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving successful construction projects while maintaining high standards in quality, safety, and efficiency. Collaborate with professionals to ensure timely execution...

3 weeks ago

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

$78K - $90K *

Empower project success by collaborating with teams to plan, execute, and finalize construction projects within set schedules and budgets, ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Play a key role in designing innovative electrical systems for impactful projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality solutions for commercial construction in diverse environmen...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing civil infrastructure projects by driving innovative site design solutions. Utilize your technical skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydrologic modeling to suppor...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Join our dynamic team to design impactful electrical systems for diverse projects, enhancing commercial construction for the Department of Defense. Collaborate with experts and contribute to innovativ...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Champion innovative civil design solutions, collaborating on diverse projects from planning to construction. Contribute to a sustainable future through effective stormwater management and infrastructu...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower civil engineering excellence by leading diverse projects from design to delivery. Bring your PE license and 5+ years of experience to innovate site development, manage client communications, a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Oversee project execution and management, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Lead a dynamic team while coordinating resources, budgets, and schedules to drive successful outcomes in civ...

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  •   5 - 7 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.