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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$125K - $175K *

Transform roadway infrastructure by leading design and delivery of impactful projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic, hybrid work environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Lead transformative roadway projects across Virginia, managing design and delivery from concept to construction. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers in a support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Drive impactful roadway projects across Virginia, leading design and delivery while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance community infrastructure and advanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex transportation projects, delivering innovative solutions through expert guidance and team collaboration. Drive operational excellence while fostering client relatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $109K *

Champion civil engineering projects by applying standard techniques for public works planning, design, and construction. Provide crucial support and technical guidance to ensure successful project exe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Lead the strategic planning and delivery of large-scale municipal infrastructure programs, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and budgetary constraints while m...

Wellington, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Optimize infrastructure impact by leading large-scale municipal projects. Oversee strategic planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely delivery and compliance with standards, whi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$68K - $94K *

Join a dedicated team to design and prepare plans for highway structures, ensuring safety and efficiency for the traveling public. Collaborate on innovative projects while contributing to the future o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$94K - $130K *

Elevate aviation infrastructure projects by supporting planning, design, and construction efforts. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver innovative solutions while gaining hands-on experience and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $155K *

Engage in impactful water infrastructure projects, managing design tasks and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance community health and sustainability. Drive project success through t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging senior-level engineering expertise to lead complex projects, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidiscipl...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex engineering projects by leveraging senior-level expertise, guiding teams, and ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative soluti...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage complex public-sector transportation planning projects, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet client goals. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while supporting business devel...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $127K *

Shape the future of transportation by leading design projects and managing consultants. Oversee engineering studies, ensure quality assurance, and enhance design processes across various transportatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of power delivery by providing civil-structural engineering expertise. Collaborate with design teams to tackle complex challenges, manage project schedules, and ensure quality enginee...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil-structural engineering solutions for Transmission Substation projects. Collaborate on complex challenges while managing schedules and budget...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $130K *

Drive innovation in civil engineering by leading highway and infrastructure projects. Collaborate within a diverse team to deliver top-tier design solutions while mentoring junior staff. Embrace the f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$162K - $243K *

Lead the charge in urban infrastructure projects by leveraging 25+ years of experience to drive technical excellence and cultivate strategic relationships across NYC agencies, ensuring impactful trans...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transportation design-build projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery while fostering growth in our...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $91K *

Shape the future of transportation planning by contributing to pre-construction projects, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring compliance with regulations while gaining diverse project exper...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $87K *

Shape the future of transportation planning by collaborating on diverse projects, analyzing development proposals, and ensuring compliance with regulations in a dynamic environment. Join us for an enr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative civil engineering solutions, focusing on stormwater management and urban infrastructure. Collaborate on diverse projects from planning to design, ensuring su...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects, focusing on stormwater management, drainage design, and urban resilience. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver sustainable infrastructure...

4 weeks ago

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

$116K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Engineer, driving design and construction projects. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure project success while applying your expertise in engineering...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $140K *

Lead civil-structural engineering efforts for Transmission Substation projects, ensuring safe, cost-effective designs. Manage project schedules, budgets, and client interactions while providing techni...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.