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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$175K - $231K *

Lead the charge in managing procurement operations for critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance, negotiate contracts, and drive supplier relationships, con...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $283K *

Transform transit operations by leading complex Automatic Train Supervision initiatives. Drive collaboration across technical and operational teams, ensuring system performance and reliability for maj...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$202K - $289K *

Champion growth in environmental services by leading business development, managing complex projects, and fostering client relationships in the power industry. Leverage your expertise to navigate regu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project administration and correspondence management, ensuring effective communication and compliance. Support project policies and enhance documentation workflows to dr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex site design initiatives, ensuring timely deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve high-quality engineering solutions t...

Lincoln, NERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading hydro turbine design and engineering projects, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $129K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team in structural engineering, tackling innovative projects in nuclear facilities. Collaborate, guide, and utilize advanced tools to design and analyze struct...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing innovative HVAC systems. Engage in challenging projects, collaborate with experts, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvement Measures. Collaborate with teams to analyze utility consumption, create project timelines, and...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive the future of structural engineering by leading complex capital projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring technical excellence across diverse markets, particularly in healthcare. Collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive assessments of building performance and energy efficiency. Collaborate with clients to enhance sustainability practices while reducing operational costs through detailed audits...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $111K *

Advance infrastructure projects by leveraging electrical engineering expertise in design, analysis, and field investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and support...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by leading electrical engineering design for innovative projects. Collaborate with experts to enhance grid modernization and mentor emerging talent while...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$175K - $320K *

Champion mission-critical project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive financial performance and client satisfaction through strategic planning...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive optimization solutions for workforce planning in a large-scale contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced algorithms that enhance scheduling, staff...

Toronto, ONRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through effective communication, analysis, and...

Illinois, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $90K *

Oversee and coordinate complex construction projects nationwide, managing documentation, submittals, and scheduling while ensuring quality and cost control. Collaborate with project teams to deliver p...

Rockford, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team enhancing nuclear power plants through advanced engineering. Leverage your expertise in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to drive power uprate projects, mentor junior staff, and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective coordination, technical oversight, and client engagement. Drive innovation and mentor te...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$215K - $315K *

Lead the charge in building secure, compliant infrastructure for our DaaS platform. Drive engineering excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of regulated customer...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.