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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$69K - $105K *

Optimize engineering solutions by managing diverse projects across construction, design, traffic, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with standards while enhancing public saf...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Drive the engineering vision for a major underground transit project, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, cost-effective delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate complex design...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $104K *

Advance your career by supporting civil engineering projects, coordinating design and construction activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $145K *

Join a team that elevates public infrastructure through construction oversight, ensuring compliance and quality on highway and bridge projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive timely project de...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by leading electric transmission projects. Balance technical expertise with team development while collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactful solut...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support transportation projects by preparing design calculations, technical reports, and engineering plans. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative soluti...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $140K *

Manage and oversee traffic analysis projects, fostering client relationships and ensuring project success through effective coordination, marketing, and technical quality. Balance multiple projects wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Empower project success by managing traffic analysis initiatives, fostering client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence across multiple projects while driving business development and prof...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and rehabilitating highways and support structures, ensuring efficient project delivery and stakeholder coordination while utilizing advanced engineering soft...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Drive the successful execution of heavy highway projects across multiple states, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering client relationships and identifying new bu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting diverse transportation projects through innovative design and engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project deliverable...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the growth of traffic engineering services in the Delmarva region by leading projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful transportat...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Traffic Engineer, leading diverse projects from traffic studies to signal designs. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while managing project scopes and en...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing traffic engineering solutions, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful services while shaping the futur...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in innovative highway design, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful transportation projects while enhancing your engineering expertise and problem-solving skills...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of transportation planning by leading innovative projects, mentoring teams, and leveraging data-driven solutions to tackle complex challenges while ensuring high-quality deliverables...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Champion innovative transportation solutions by leading traffic engineering projects, mentoring junior staff, and leveraging data to address complex challenges. Engage with clients and stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead traffic engineering and planning projects, mentor junior staff, and leverage data-driven solutions to tackle complex transportation challenges while ensuring high-quali...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$152K - $196K *

Seeking a City Traffic Engineer to oversee traffic projects, manage staff, and coordinate with various stakeholders to enhance urban mobility and safety. Responsible for traffic planning, design, and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower our team by leading traffic engineering projects across California. You'll manage staff, drive business development, and ensure technical excellence while fostering client relationships and me...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in successful transportation project delivery, overseeing planning, execution, and compliance while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive successful delivery of complex transportation projects by supporting project planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement as a collaborative leader. Utilize your project management skills to...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of transportation by managing complex infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction, while enhancing project...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team supporting large-scale transportation projects by assisting with planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure timely project de...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transportation projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and c...

4 weeks ago

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

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.