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.
$120K - $145K *
Join us to lead the design of electrical and control systems for semiconductor equipment. You'll develop schematics, ensure compliance with safety standards, and drive engineering projects with a focu...
2 days ago
Lead Engineer - Water Resources
$95K - $130K *
Drive water resource projects by leading a talented team from planning to construction. Collaborate effectively with clients and stakeholders, while ensuring project success and fostering business dev...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Water Resources
$95K - $130K *
Drive your career with an opportunity to lead engineering teams on impactful water resource projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction while developing project plans and specifications an...
3 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Water Resources
$95K - $130K *
Reimagine water resource management by leading diverse engineering teams through project planning, design, and construction phases. Collaborate on innovative solutions while cultivating client relatio...
3 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Water Resources
$95K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing a team of engineers on diverse water resource projects, guiding them from planning through design to construction while fostering collaboration and business development...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by providing specialized project field engineering expertise, ensuring safety, quality control, and effective material management. Collaborate with teams to deliver successful outcome...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion project success by providing field engineering expertise in planning, material management, safety, and quality control. Ensure compliance with standards while coordinating subcontractor activ...
3 days ago
$101K - $152K *
Unlock potential by tackling electrical system design for energy projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance on hospital and college campuses. Drive innovation in power distribution, r...
2 weeks ago
$111K - $167K *
Elevate your career by applying engineering principles to design and support electrical systems for energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while...
2 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create code-compliant solutions focused on efficiency and reliability across...
3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Lead the development of innovative electrical engineering designs and solutions. Manage integrated project teams while providing technical authority as Engineer of Record. Enhance existing systems and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Take ownership of innovative electrical designs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support energy and infrastructure projects. Ensure code compliance and deliver high-performance systems...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer II, Slag Plant
$75K - $90K *
Drive project excellence by managing engineering initiatives, optimizing plant efficiency, and enhancing operational reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet production goals while ensuring...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical design and ensuring quality project delivery. Collaborate with clients on advanced power systems and lead project teams to optimize performance in i...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier electrical designs for industrial facilities. Drive innovation in power distribution systems, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating di...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the development and launch of a new gas strut product line, optimizing manufacturing processes and collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in production. Drive technical exper...
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$80K - $95K *
Join our dynamic team to manage geotechnical lab testing programs, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor staff, and foster continuous improvement while engaging with...
3 days ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
$88K - $105K *
Partner with us to lead project teams, manage budgets, and connect with clients. Foster relationships, mentor staff, and ensure quality compliance while driving project success and enhancing internal...
3 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
$88K - $105K *
Manage project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, overseeing budgets, scopes, and schedules while fostering client relationships. Lead project pursuits and mentor staff within a collaborative env...
3 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
$90K - $110K *
Create impactful project outcomes by leading diverse teams, managing scope, budgets, and schedules. Enhance client relations and mentor staff while ensuring adherence to quality standards and successf...
3 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager - Land Development
$95K - $115K *
Lead and manage project teams to deliver high-quality work, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence. Communicate effectively with clients while mentoring staff and fostering strong stakeholder...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Optimize the execution of multiple cross-functional projects by unifying processes and driving adherence to schedules. Collaborate with teams across continents to establish a robust project management...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Water Lead Designer - Project Manager
$120K - $160K *
Elevate municipal infrastructure projects by leading design and delivery efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence and client satisfaction while managing project...
5 days ago
Senior Conveyance Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate project success by leading conveyance and pipeline initiatives, ensuring effective planning, design, and execution while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff to achieve...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Lead projects, conduct analyses, and oversee fieldwork while collaborating with professionals to ensure quality...
3 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.