Transportation Engineer Jobs

Find transportation engineer jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. We feature vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on transportation planning, traffic operations, infrastructure design, and mobility systems.

What Transportation Engineers Do

Transportation engineers plan, design, and improve the systems that move people and goods. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include analyzing traffic patterns, developing roadway and transit improvements, evaluating safety, coordinating infrastructure projects, and applying engineering standards and regulations. These professionals often collaborate with planners, public agencies, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in transportation or civil engineering, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with design standards, traffic analysis, and project delivery. Knowledge of tools such as CAD, GIS, traffic modeling, or engineering design software may be valuable. Some positions require a Professional Engineer (PE) license or other credentials, particularly for senior or leadership responsibilities.

Explore Senior Transportation Engineering Careers

Transportation engineering careers span consulting firms, government agencies, infrastructure operators, and engineering organizations. Search Ladders for opportunities in roadway and highway design, transit, traffic engineering, transportation planning, and project management. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find a role aligned with your expertise.

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$90K - $113K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by leading preliminary substation design for utility-scale solar and BESS projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical excellence from con...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $112K *

Drive the development and validation of generator models for renewable projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners throu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $340K *

Champion construction delivery excellence across global data center sites, managing GC performance and budgets of $25M+. Lead strategy, negotiate contracts, and represent construction risks to executi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality fueling systems projects. As a Site Manager, you'll oversee project execution, ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety standards whil...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth in the infrastructure sector, fostering relationships with contractors and engineers, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve strategic goals across m...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Pioneer the implementation and evolution of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations and Customer Experience modules, serving as a key technical resource while collaborating with stakeholders to enha...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $185K *

Champion complex heavy civil construction projects from planning to execution, collaborating with field leadership, clients, and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality, and successful project delive...

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

$88K - $154K *

Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...

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1 week ago

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

$109K - $154K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative Ultra Pure Water solutions, managing client relationships and project lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored engineeri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading innovative solutions in ultrapure water systems. Collaborate with global teams to manage proposals and engage clients, ensuring technical excellence and...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Engage with clients as a technical expert, driving innovative water treatment solutions. Oversee proposal lifecycle, collaborate globally, and leverage engineering expertise to design custom ultrapure...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Pioneer innovative Ultra Pure Water treatment solutions as a key technical contact, leading bid strategy and project execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored clien...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building high-throughput systems as you manage a team of engineers. Drive technical excellence and team growth while collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform maintenance and reliability performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead a high-performing team to enhance equipment availability, reduce downtime, and foster a culture of contin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and optimization of GTM strategies, leveraging automation and campaign execution across multiple platforms to enhance pipeline generation and account prioritization in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $125K *

Lead proposal development and strategies to enhance competitive bidding success. Collaborate with technical teams, manage compliance, and produce high-quality submissions while refining marketing mate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights through quantitative analysis and research, shaping energy policy scenarios while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance philanthropic grantmaking efforts and present findings thro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative mechanical solutions for prefabricated platforms. Leverage your expertise in HVAC to lead the development and ensure alignment with customer and operational goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the Remote Sensing Department, delivering strategic and operational excellence by managing resources, optimizing processes, and ensuring high-quality outcomes in collaboration with various techni...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform the remote sensing landscape by leading operations, overseeing projects, and driving innovation. Shape staff development and ensure high-quality deliverables through strategic resource manag...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that leads the Remote Sensing Department, driving operations, technology, and quality systems to deliver innovative geospatial projects while mentoring a diverse team and ensuring successf...

West Palm Beach, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $200K *

Deliver strategic leadership in remote sensing operations, ensuring optimal project delivery and resource management while overseeing a multidisciplinary team to enhance operational performance and te...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $110K *

Drive successful project delivery by integrating engineering, program management, and controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment, mitigate risks, and uphold design integrity across d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of OpenBMC firmware development, driving platform bring-up, feature implementation, and integration to enhance system functionality and reliability. Contribute your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $115K *

Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a transportation engineer do?question toggle

    Transportation engineers plan, design, analyze, and improve transportation infrastructure and systems, including roads, highways, transit networks, and traffic operations. Their work may include safety analysis, traffic modeling, design coordination, and project oversight.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for transportation engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a degree in civil engineering or a related field and relevant transportation engineering experience. Employers may also value expertise in design standards, traffic analysis, CAD or GIS tools, and project delivery. A PE license may be required for some senior positions.

  • What types of transportation engineer jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Opportunities may include transportation planning, traffic engineering, roadway and highway design, transit infrastructure, mobility systems, and transportation project management. Available roles vary by employer and location.

  • Do transportation engineer jobs on Ladders pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation and requirements vary by position, so check each job listing for specific details.