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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$120K - $210K *

Lead the charge in managing high-voltage transmission EPC projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to safety and quality standards throu...

Portland, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$162K - $220K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering for hyperscale data centers. Lead design activities, manage project teams, and ensure quality assurance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver resi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Transform customer engagement by owning the technical pre-sales process, mentoring teams, and driving strategic account growth while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to deliver exceptional...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and supporting PLC control systems in critical infrastructure. Collaborate with experts to ensure reliable automation across diverse facility systems while meeting client...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $138K *

Unlock your potential as an Intermediate I&C Engineer, designing and maintaining systems for nuclear and commercial projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance with industry...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore a vital role in leading remediation projects, leveraging engineering design expertise to deliver impactful solutions across diverse sites while managing multiple tasks in a dynamic consulting...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing Renewable Energy Hydro Projects, driving execution strategies to maximize performance, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering strong customer relationships while overseein...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust security controls across hybrid environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance overall protection and response cap...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team to shape policy strategies and funding opportunities that enhance public sector technology adoption. This cross-functional role requires coalition-building skills and in-depth know...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $265K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing mobile engineering team, driving technical execution and culture. Oversee multi-persona mobile experiences, architecture, and release operations, shaping...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $112K *

Lead the charge in regional sales operations, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction through strategic decision-making and collaboration across teams. Manage contracts, enforce compliance, a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading mechanical design for hyperscale data centers. Oversee HVAC, piping, and fire suppression systems while ensuring project success through collaboration and innovation. Jo...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and overseeing mechanical systems for hyperscale data centers, ensuring reliability and efficiency while managing client relationships and project teams across multiple di...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and construction of mechanical systems for hyperscale data centers, ensuring reliability and efficiency while collaborating with global teams on high-profile...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $173K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $182K *

Partner with us to lead complex cloud migrations, ensuring technical readiness and seamless execution across Azure and AWS environments while driving innovative solutions and high-quality outcomes in...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $175K *

Join our team to oversee and enhance logistics operations for Dental products, ensuring efficient order fulfillment and distribution. Lead a dedicated team while collaborating with various departments...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading accurate estimating for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost plans, streamline processes, and enhance efficiency throu...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in restoring critical technology services post-cyber incidents. Drive recovery efforts for ransomware and malware, ensuring forensic integrity while collaborating with diverse teams to...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in driving growth within the industrial market sector, leveraging client relationships and market intelligence to enhance profitability and pipeline strength across environmental servi...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $220K *

Lead the execution of complex public works and infrastructure projects, ensuring strategic alignment and stakeholder engagement throughout all phases from planning to completion. Drive recovery initia...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $180K *

Transform quality management across renewable energy projects by leading initiatives that enhance processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading proposal strategies and managing a dynamic team. Drive compliance and quality in project proposals while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely and effective...

Vancouver, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the success of home inspections at military installations by leading onsite operations, managing field staff, and ensuring seamless communication with military leadership. This role requires ext...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.