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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$105K - $123K *

Champion project success by leading design efforts, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Oversee project milestones and guide contract administration for seamless deliv...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $123K *

Join a team that's driving innovative land development projects, overseeing design processes, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success while...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $185K *

Champion roadway design projects by managing scope, fees, and client relationships. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project success while mentoring junior engineers and maintaining best practice...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $185K *

Champion impactful roadway design projects by managing scope, fees, and client relationships. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring project success while mentoring future engineers and enhancing trans...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping transportation infrastructure through innovative roadway design. Lead projects, manage client relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance community...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $185K *

Empower the future of transportation by managing roadway design projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful infrastructure solutions that enhance co...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Champion construction excellence by overseeing project management, ensuring quality compliance, and leading engineering teams to deliver successful outcomes across multiple assignments while maintaini...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing documentation, processing payments, and coordinating with teams on bridge and highway construction projects. Collaborate effectively to ensure timely project completi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and integrate innovative solutions for clients, ensuring seamless product activation and customer satisfaction through effective communication and technical expertise...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$137K - $187K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in highway and municipal road design. Drive project success, enhance client relationships, and foster staff development while achieving financial and op...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead impactful projects in civil engineering, enhancing urban infrastructure through innovative water and transportation solutions. Inspire a team while delivering excellence from p...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of roadway design by leading innovative infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multiple disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and ensure production quality while delivering critica...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of transportation projects by leading diverse teams, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring quality outcomes through effective communication and collaboration across disciplines...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform municipal wastewater infrastructure by leading design and delivery of innovative projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community impact through effective engineering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex engineering challenges. Provide expert guidance, mentor peers, and lead initiatives in your field. Enjoy autonomy while driving continuous improvement a...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in providing advanced engineering expertise and mentorship, driving complex problem-solving and technical leadership across projects while fostering continuous improvement and effectiv...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Empower your career by leading electrical utility relocation projects in a dynamic airport environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance aviation infrastructure and ensure seamless...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Lead innovative transportation projects, collaborating with engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality civil engineering designs for roadway and public works initiatives, while mentoring j...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of transportation infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate solutions and drive business growth while me...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of transportation infrastructure projects in North Carolina, combining technical expertise, project management, and client engagement to drive strategic growth and innovative solutio...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation infrastructure in North Carolina. Lead multidisciplinary projects, foster client relationships, and drive strategic growth while mentoring the n...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate transportation engineering projects by leading design efforts, collaborating with multi-discipline teams, and ensuring quality standards. Drive innovative solutions for public and private sect...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $225K *

Champion NEPA/PD&E projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and driving client relationships. Leverage extensive experience in highway/bridge sectors to deliver innovative solutions and ensure pro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead large, complex highway design projects while ensuring client satisfaction, effective financial management, and team mentorship. Shape project delivery by directing multidisciplinary teams and fos...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, design plans, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.