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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$102K - $112K *

Elevate your career as a Helicopter Pilot, providing critical medical air transport. Collaborate with medical teams, ensure aircraft readiness, and maintain safety standards while enjoying competitive...

Denton, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative healthcare solutions by engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and providing technical guidance throughout the sales process to drive successful out...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $222K *

Shape the future of logistics by developing intelligent planning platforms that optimize freight movement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions that enhance supply chai...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$94K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing partner relationships and Pre-Buy execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales strategies, manage complex programs, and ensure compliance while driving reve...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team of software engineers focused on product development and system performance. Engage in coding, debugging, and implementing automated tests while collaborating on algorithms and enh...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing Fleetio's connected-vehicle data strategy and product line from the ground up. Drive innovative data solutions, partnerships, and user experiences that enhance fleet oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K *

Join a team that's managing environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and driving business development efforts in the oil and gas sector...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to providing advanced water treatment solutions. Leverage your technical sales expertise and relationship-building skills to drive revenue and foster str...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence, overseeing a team of 60 while driving AI initiatives and enhancing operational strategies. Collaborate with product leadership to elevate engineering practic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $121K *

Unlock the potential of customer learning by delivering innovative, impactful training experiences. Drive engagement through digital programs and live sessions, ensuring thousands of customers succeed...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our innovative team to develop and support cutting-edge real-time applications for Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching, focusing on solutions for service providers, data centers, and 5G mar...

Gatineau, QCRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with an innovative team designing and managing a Kubernetes control plane for seamless deployment and operations, ensuring production reliability, customer onboarding, and infrastruct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $181K *

Optimize document control processes by leading the Information Branch, ensuring accurate and accessible records management for a major industrial program while coordinating with various stakeholders a...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$222K - $278K *

Develop executive-level relationships and drive revenue growth in strategic accounts by managing the entire sales process. Champion our cultural principles while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Reimagine enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and leading customer engagements. Drive revenue growth through strategic deal-making with a focus on customers while embodying core cul...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $179K *

Engage in mission-critical construction projects, providing hands-on leadership and coordination at sites. Manage scheduling, ensure safety compliance and maintain workforce continuity to meet quality...

Lenexa, KSRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform data engineering by leading enterprise-scale projects, optimizing data pipelines, and shaping governance policies. Collaborate with teams to enhance data platforms and drive strategic initia...

Springfield, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

Reno, NVRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock strategic value as a Technical Account Manager, bridging customers and partners to ensure successful deployment and optimization of cybersecurity solutions, while driving long-term relationship...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project management processes for a VHA client team. Utilize your expertise to enhance strategic planning, decision-making, and execution while collaborating with senior s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $153K *

Drive the design and implementation of security controls in AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security frameworks while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance secure CI/CD proc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $149K *

Drive business growth by leading sales strategies for Digital Intelligence solutions, engaging with transit and rail agencies. Build strong customer relationships, manage key accounts, and ensure alig...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $160K *

Empower client success as a trusted adviser, managing relationships and driving sales in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to grow an established territory while delivering exceptional se...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $118K *

Transform your career by building lasting relationships as a trusted advisor. Drive success for clients in the fire sprinkler industry while collaborating with a high-performing team and leveraging cu...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.