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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$208K - $244K *

Accelerate progress at a leading multi-product company by owning the architecture of shared services. Drive innovation in customer identity, commerce, and billing platforms while mentoring senior engi...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team as a Criticality Analysis & Nuclear Safety Engineer, responsible for ensuring nuclear safety in advanced fuel fabrication. Collaborate across disciplines to develop safety analyses...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead energy efficiency programs, manage cross-functional teams, and develop strategic plans that exceed client expectations while driving sustainability initiatives and fosterin...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead corporate accounting operations, driving financial reporting, audits, and process improvements. Shape the future of accounting through strategic leadership and innovati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $153K *

Join our Strategic Customer Success team to guide enterprise clients in deploying IoT solutions, enhancing business value. You'll manage relationships, ensuring a successful launch and continuous enga...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing electric utility substation construction. Ensure compliance with safety, budget, and scheduling goals while coordinating effectively with contractors and stakehol...

Missouri, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $163K *

Shape the future of our Elastic SIEM solution by leading design, operation, and optimization efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security, availability, and performance while drivin...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, drive communication, and ensure customer satisfaction while mitigating risks and...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $175K *

Drive criticality safety evaluations and develop safety programs for innovative nuclear fuel recycling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and enhance safety measures in a fast-paced...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $165K *

Engage with clients to assess technical needs and demonstrate how our solutions meet their requirements. Collaborate with sales teams to secure wins, conduct demos, and build lasting relationships wit...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $128K *

Empower your career as you collaborate with a dynamic team to drive the adoption of cutting-edge IoT solutions. You'll shape the future of essential industries by enhancing supply chains and ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading estimating efforts and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Partner with us to build relationships, manage bids, and influence company strategy while paving your pat...

Hickory, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $135K *

Drive continuous improvement across operations by managing CI resources, employing data-driven strategies, and leveraging engineering methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency, while le...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $90K *

Support the preconstruction team by coordinating project deliverables, ensuring profitability and schedule goals are met. Collaborate with engineering teams to manage documentation and facilitate a sm...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of building automation systems. Leverage your expertise in HVAC and electrical automation to drive project success from design to commissioning in a fully remote...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Engage with clients and contractors to drive successful outcomes in construction projects...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Drive capital improvement projects across a national student housing portfolio, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Lead project teams, manage scopes, and deliver high-impact r...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$117K - $168K *

Join us to deliver exceptional technical support for HPS systems globally. Collaborate with a dynamic team to resolve customer inquiries, enhance satisfaction, and maintain expertise in process contro...

Houston, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Drive the future of GHG emissions verification by leading audits, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with clients to enhance transparency and accuracy in emis...

Emeryville, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K *

Analyze and support security programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with management to prioritize projects and improve administrative proces...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead construction project management for financial retail banking projects. Oversee planning, design, and execution of HVAC, roofing, and parking upgrades. Collaborate with clients to ensure project s...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $124K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results while developin...

Itasca, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing electrical infrastructure services, driving strategic growth and operational excellence across heavy industrial sectors. Foster client relationships and mentor teams to en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by evaluating government departments, analyzing workflows, and delivering actionable recommendations to enhance service delivery and efficiency across various functions an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.