Explore Project Engineer Jobs Paying $100K and Above

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.

What Does a Project Engineer Do?

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.

Industries Hiring Project Engineers

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find Your Next Project Engineer Role

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.

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$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Develop and oversee land development projects while managing technical teams and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, schedules, and budgets...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Reposted yesterday

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

$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...

Reposted yesterday

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $150K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by designing and reviewing electrical systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance engineering processes and ensure compliance with industry standards while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy through innovative electrical engineering designs. Collaborate with experts to develop and review technical designs, ensuring compliance with...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $140K *

Drive your career with a leading engineering firm by overseeing heavy highway project inspections, coordinating with teams, and ensuring compliance with contract documents while providing field leader...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project delivery for facilities, materials, or environmental initiatives. Manage scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring timely completion while adhering to safety standards and client satisfac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $175K *

Drive the successful execution of a large-scale AirTrain project, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to schedules and budgets while managing documentation and re...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facilities operations, ensuring compliance and safety while mentoring teams. Drive improvements and collaborate across functions to enhance performance and sustainability...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead and oversee electrical project management for critical industrial and advanced manufacturing projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality control while collaborating with des...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage multi-disciplined projects, focusing on civil and environmental engineering. Collaborate on design, permitting, and construction oversight while ensuring project feas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K *

Shape the future of transit by leading complex engineering projects. Provide technical support and direction for quality assurance while ensuring alignment with mission goals. Collaborate with teams a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    With experience, Project Engineers may advance into senior project engineering, project management, program management, or engineering management roles.