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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$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading field engineering teams, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance on-site while managing diverse engineering needs across power construction projects...

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

$95K - $115K *

Inspire innovation as a Lead Field Engineer overseeing projects, ensuring safety, quality, and leadership on-site while collaborating across engineering and construction teams to deliver projects effi...

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

$70K - $100K *

Contribute to the successful delivery of mechanical construction projects by supporting planning, procurement, scheduling, and compliance. Gain hands-on experience across all project phases while buil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$66K - $124K *

Innovate cutting-edge mechanical designs and enhance ordnance systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the U.S. warfighter. Drive continuous improvement and lead engineering...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Drive innovative manufacturing processes by developing, testing, and implementing solutions to enhance product quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues an...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform vessel management by leading maintenance strategies, coordinating inspections, and driving compliance for optimal performance in a dynamic marine engineering environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative civil engineering solutions for industrial and power infrastructure projects. Lead design, manage permits, and ensure compliance while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver h...

2 days ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Transform your career by supporting large-scale infrastructure projects through effective document control and project coordination. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and streamline...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $185K *

Shape the future of engineering by coordinating multi-discipline projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading a team of engineers to deliver quality work within budget and sche...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive electrical design and project management from concept to completion, collaborating with engineering teams and clients to ensure successful execution of major projects while adhering to industry...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $223K *

Advance innovative engineering solutions by leading design efforts, coordinating cross-functional teams, and applying advanced technical expertise to solve complex challenges in a dynamic, collaborati...

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

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative air distribution systems, manage project objectives, and ensure quality in mechanical engineering. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to enhance project delivery, optimize effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative geotechnical solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical excellence, and driving business growth across diverse infrastructure projects. Your expertise will sh...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading geotechnical engineering for major infrastructure projects. Drive technical excellence, mentor teams, and expand business opportunities while ensuring compliance with in...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality designs in drainage, stormwater management, and stream restoration across diverse inf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead and deliver complex water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management, erosion control, and hydrology. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions and advance your c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex construction engineering projects while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders, resolve issues, and support quality assurance activities to deliver successf...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engineer transformative public works projects by conducting thorough site inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving complex issues to deliver outstanding infrastructure solution...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex water resources projects, managing teams, and delivering innovative solutions in drainage, hydrology, and stream restoration. Join us to make a significant impac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $151K *

Empower quality assurance and compliance across project phases, inspecting processes, evaluating results, and recommending improvements to elevate project standards effectively and efficiently in a dy...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in advancing transportation projects across Arizona. This role provides technical leadership in roadway design and project delivery while mentoring a talented team and fostering profes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Inspire progress at Arizona's transportation projects by leading roadway design initiatives, mentoring engineers, and ensuring successful project delivery while fostering a collaborative team environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by designing innovative systems for diverse building types, ensuring compliance and excellence in every project while collaborating with a dynamic team dedic...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $160K *

Innovate electrical systems for diverse building types, ensuring compliance and excellence. Collaborate with teams to deliver reliable, code-compliant solutions while mentoring designers and managing...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $160K *

Transform your career by designing innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver reliable, code-compliant solutions while ensuring excellence...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.