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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$95K - $135K *

Brudis & Associates, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in the Traffic Engineering Department to lead design projects related to traffic studies, signal design, and traffic modeling. The role requires...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of urban roadway design by leading complex projects, ensuring quality assurance, and mentoring a skilled team. Engage with clients and manage project scopes while leveraging your expe...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $225K *

Empower the future of transportation by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful roadway projects, managing scope, finances, and client relationships while driving business development an...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading transportation projects from inception to completion. Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure financial performance, and build strong client relationships while driving b...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering transportation projects, managing scope, finances, and a multidisciplinary team while fostering client relationships and driving business development efforts for successf...

3 weeks ago

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

$89K - $132K *

Engineer innovative solutions in water infrastructure management. Drive policy development, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance stormwater systems. Shape the future of munici...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$71K - $106K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation through innovative Traffic Signal and Roadway Lighting design. Collaborate with experts to enhance roadway safety and efficiency while ensuring...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and coordinate multidisciplinary teams on complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Manage project lifecycle from initiation to close-out while tracking financials an...

3 weeks ago

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

$116K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex Transit Facilities projects by leveraging extensive engineering knowledge and effective communication with stakeholders. Shape the future of transit through innov...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join us to develop innovative drainage solutions for a major transportation project. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality designs, analyses, and technical documentation wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $175K *

Lead and grow power and energy service lines by driving strategic planning, project execution, and team development while fostering client relationships and ensuring operational excellence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing power and energy service lines, driving strategic planning, project execution, and team development while enhancing client relationships and revenue...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of civil and structural engineering by investigating failures, conducting analyses, and providing expert testimony. Collaborate with a dynamic team to assess damages and ensure compli...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate on levees, channels, and shore protection initiatives while overseeing project specifi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing complex transportation projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and enhancing highway maintenance operations through effective planning and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee asphalt management, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards. Collaborate with contractors and engineers to resolve issues, conduct inspections...

2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $166K *

Contribute to the design of safer transportation systems by collaborating with clients and optimizing traffic operations. Engage in traffic analysis, signal design, and project development to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us in a leadership role where you'll oversee complex transportation projects, enhance client relationships, and drive business development. Empower multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $120K *

Lead a team of engineers to manage and enhance public infrastructure systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective project execution. Drive strategic initiatives and oversee development...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $136K *

Lead the charge in overseeing traffic operations, ensuring the maintenance and functionality of street lights, signals, and signage. Supervise a dedicated team while exercising independent judgment to...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of transportation by designing innovative bridge solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team on diverse projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while advancing your career in a hybrid...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative bridge design solutions by leading structural engineering projects, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for transportation infrastructure across N...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative bridge design projects, ensuring quality and safety while collaborating with a skilled team. Engage in analysis, design, and project management to enhance transportation infra...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Structural Engineer, driving innovative bridge design and rehabilitation projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance transportation infrastructure across North Amer...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.