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.
$88K - $105K *
Manage design and engineering projects to enhance product quality and innovation. Collaborate with teams to ensure specifications and budgets align for successful project execution in the power genera...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate manufacturing operations by leading capital projects, enhancing equipment design, and driving automation initiatives to improve safety, quality, and productivity across diverse engineering env...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Innovate your career with a Senior Structural Engineer role, focusing on design, investigation, and rehabilitation of building structures. Collaborate with diverse clients and lead a team while ensuri...
2 weeks ago
Principal Structural Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure (FE)
$132K - $238K *
Champion innovative structural engineering solutions that ensure the integrity of data center products and manufacturing facilities. Collaborate across disciplines to create scalable designs from conc...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Energy Solutions
$80K - $110K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role managing energy projects from proposal to commissioning. Oversee multiple projects, ensuring design, installation, and compliance with safety standards while coll...
3 days ago
Project Engineer, Metals Project Development
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in engineering projects within the metals industry, managing multidisciplinary teams and driving strategic development phases to ensure alignment with safety and quality standards whil...
Reposted today
$78K - $130K *
Transform infrastructure through innovative designs that ensure resilience and efficiency. Collaborate dynamically across teams, manage design packages, and support the delivery of sustainable energy...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Structural Engineer Project Manager
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading complex projects as a Project Manager, managing technical aspects and client relations. Your expertise will ensure the timely delivery of quality structural engineering sol...
Reposted today
$79K - $126K *
Advance your career by managing electrical engineering projects from design to delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards wh...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $120K *
Grow your career by leading land development civil engineering projects. Manage teams, ensure project compliance, and collaborate with city officials while delivering high-quality results on time and...
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$85K - $120K *
Develop and oversee land development projects while managing technical teams and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, schedules, and budgets...
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$85K - $120K *
Develop civil engineering solutions for land development projects, leading teams and managing construction services. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while optimizing pro...
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$85K - $120K *
Lead the charge in land development engineering, managing projects, teams, and client communications to ensure timely, high-quality outcomes while delivering expertise in civil design and compliance...
Reposted 2 days ago
Junior Engineer, Bridge Inspection
$70K - $115K *
Assisting in bridge inspections, conducting structural analyses, and documenting findings under the guidance of Team Leaders. This role offers hands-on experience while contributing to the safety and...
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Junior Engineer, Bridge Inspection
$70K - $100K *
Pioneer your career by assisting with bridge inspections and analyses, contributing to vital reports, and ensuring structural integrity with guidance from seasoned professionals in a dynamic office an...
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Assistant Electrical Project Manager (Engineering)
$99K - $145K *
Lead the charge in project management excellence, collaborating with teams to oversee large-scale electrical projects. Drive efficiency, maintain documentation, and foster client relationships while e...
5 days ago
Electrical Design Engineer III
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's transforming the future of EV charging infrastructure by leading innovative electrical design projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering exceptional engineer...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion innovative designs and calculations for tubular steel transmission structures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications. Collaborate with teams and clients to de...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Structural
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by leading complex engineering projects, driving innovation, and building strong client relationships. Utilize your expertise to mentor teams and enhance organizational capabilitie...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career forward by leading engineering initiatives that shape product design and manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance across all engineering and production stages...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to multidisciplinary projects as a Mechanical Engineer, collaborating with experts to deliver innovative solutions across various sectors in Canada, while ensuring compliance and supporting...
3 days ago
$130K - $180K *
Join a team that's advancing space hardware systems through innovative mechanical design. Collaborate across disciplines to take flight hardware from concept to delivery, solving complex challenges in...
1 week ago
$110K - $150K *
Take ownership of project documentation and coordination for transportation construction, ensuring audit-ready files and fostering effective communication among engineers, contractors, and clients to...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Supervisor - MC Project Engineering - Systems 2nd Shift
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team, ensuring seamless communication and technical support for shipyard operations. Drive construction progress and foster collaboration across di...
Reposted 6 days ago
Project Engineer (Show Engineering) - 2-Year Project Role
$85K - $100K *
Lead the development of project scopes, schedules, and budgets while managing vendors and providing technical guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and compliance with stan...
1 week 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.