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 Manager - Municipal Engineering
$145K - $165K *
Drive project success by leading municipal initiatives and fostering client relationships, ensuring that every endeavor is completed on time and within budget while guiding a team of skilled professio...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Municipal Engineering
$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving successful municipal projects by managing client relationships and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budge...
3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Shape the future of data center construction by providing pivotal engineering support throughout project lifecycles. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive milestones and ensure safety, quality, and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Join a team that's redefining construction excellence while supporting large-scale data center projects. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, manage complex issues, enhance safety and quality st...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Accelerate project success by coordinating engineering and construction efforts, resolving field issues, and ensuring quality standards on a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with diverse t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Solve complex field coordination challenges and support engineering teams in delivering a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with diverse professionals, ensuring safety, quality, and timelin...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Empower the construction of cutting-edge data centers by supporting project engineering efforts, ensuring effective communication between teams, and upholding safety and quality standards throughout t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$78K - $135K *
Shape the future of hyper-scale data center projects by providing vital engineering support. Leverage your expertise in construction coordination, ensure adherence to safety standards, and facilitate...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Bridge Project Engineer
$91K - $124K *
Unlock potential by leading bridge design projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality outcomes. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative, safe, and efficient engineering solutions...
5 days ago
Engineer - Senior (PMO - Renewables Engineering-Commissioning)
$95K - $115K *
Champion engineering excellence by leading and directing complex projects. Utilize advanced techniques and practical experience to solve critical engineering problems while managing team workflow and...
Reposted 2 days ago
$63K - $111K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming infrastructure; enhance your skills while providing essential engineering support to construction crews nationwide with a focus on electrical systems and c...
1 month ago
$63K - $111K *
Innovate your engineering career by supporting critical infrastructure projects across various FAA programs, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing safety through hands-on fieldwork and coll...
1 month ago
$108K - $130K *
Transform airfield design by leading complex projects from planning to construction. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with FAA standards while mentoring junior staff and driving qu...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering projects. Engage in geotechnical investigations, lead analysis efforts, and drive technical excellence while mentoring junior staff. Your expertise...
4 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Roadway Design
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in civil roadway design for major transportation projects. Oversee complex assignments from concept through completion while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innov...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Roadway Design
$95K - $115K *
Lead complex roadway design projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and innovation in transportation engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineer...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Roadway Design
$100K - $120K *
Lead the design of complex transportation projects, ensuring collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, from concept to completion. Enhance community infrastructure with a focus on safety and susta...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Support our engineering team by designing civil/structural projects, ensuring compliance with codes and specifications while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, high-quali...
4 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock operational excellence by leading multi-facility maintenance, ensuring HVAC and building systems are efficient, safe, and reliable. Oversee teams and implement improvement programs for enhanced...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$105K - $140K *
Shape the future of structural engineering by leading projects and developing innovative designs across diverse industries, ensuring compliance with building codes while mentoring junior staff and mai...
Reposted 5 days ago
Preconstruction - Senior Engineer
$115K - $120K *
Shape project success by managing preconstruction activities and cost estimates, while ensuring design clarity and trade coordination. Elevate teamwork and communication to deliver efficient project s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$104K *
Lead innovative structural engineering projects from design to construction, ensuring compliance with Florida Building Code. Collaborate with architects and contractors to deliver high-quality service...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative infrastructure solutions by leading multi-disciplinary projects, enhancing market presence in the Southeast. Drive technical excellence in civil engineering, ensuring quality and e...
5 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Advance your career by leading project execution, coordinating trades, and mentoring junior associates while ensuring effective cost control and risk management on site...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Preconstruction - Senior Engineer
$85K - $102K *
Join our dynamic Preconstruction team to drive project efficiency, manage cost estimates, oversee purchasing, and coordinate trades while leveraging your expertise in construction management and colla...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.