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.
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.
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.
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.
$101K - $116K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing transportation infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate on diverse projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with indus...
6 days ago
$100K - $140K *
Advance your career by coordinating critical construction activities in a leading pharmaceutical environment. Drive project execution, manage logistics, and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure se...
3 days ago
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by supporting Major Projects in geotechnical engineering, focusing on pavement design and analysis. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions from ince...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer II (Geotechnical)- Chantilly, VA
$85K - $100K *
Drive geotechnical engineering excellence by leading projects, mentoring staff, and enhancing client relationships. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions for diverse public and priv...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in designing and managing diverse civil engineering projects, collaborating with municipal and private clients to ensure compliance and innovation in water resources management...
4 days ago
$142K - $192K *
Lead complex engineering projects, focusing on water facility design and construction. Manage project budgets, schedules, and team communications while ensuring compliance with technical standards and...
1 week ago
Civil Professional Engineer - Aviation
$80K - $95K *
Drive engineering excellence in aviation projects by overseeing design, ensuring compliance, mentoring staff, and collaborating with clients. Leverage your expertise to solve complex challenges and su...
3 weeks ago
Civil Environmental Project Engineer
$95K - $120K *
Engineer innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver effective solutions for municipal and industrial cli...
6 days ago
Construction Manager/Resident Engineer (Civil)
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing field inspection capabilities. Collaborate closely with contractors and project managers to drive s...
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$95K - $115K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team, leading innovative civil engineering projects. Oversee design compliance, mentor staff, and ensure cost-effective solutions while maintaining professional standar...
2 weeks ago
$92K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative civil engineering projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver cost-effective designs while mentoring junior staff a...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Traffic Engineering
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead traffic engineering projects, managing studies and designs for diverse clients. Drive innovation in transportation planning while mentoring junior staff and ensuring pr...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform sustainability initiatives by providing expert electrical engineering support across diverse projects, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with energy standards while collaborating w...
1 week ago
Resident Engineer Rail and Transit
$130K - $180K *
Transform your career by leading rail and transit projects, ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance while managing stakeholder communication and driving continuous improvement in project execu...
2 weeks ago
Junior Engineer, Bridge Inspection
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing bridge safety through inspections and analyses. As a Junior Engineer, you'll support experienced professionals in fieldwork and data management, contributing...
1 week ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Engage in overseeing construction activities for a Pedestrian Safety Project, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations. Collaborate with project teams to maintain safety and quality standards th...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee bridge rehabilitation, ensuring compliance and quality on-site. Collaborate with contractors and engineers to deliver safe, efficient construction while maintaining thor...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Advance your career by overseeing roadway rehabilitation projects, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations. Collaborate with teams to maintain safety and quality standards while documenting ins...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Oversee and ensure compliance in roadway rehabilitation projects, conducting inspections, documenting findings, and collaborating with project teams to maintain safety and quality standards throughout...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Engage your expertise to oversee a critical Bridge Replacement Project, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations. Collaborate with teams, conduct inspections, and maintain safety standards for s...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Optimize project outcomes by overseeing construction inspections for a pedestrian improvement initiative. Ensure compliance with plans and regulations while collaborating with teams to maintain safety...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring construction quality and safety. Oversee inspections for a Guide Rail Project, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations while collaborating with contract...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Empower project success by overseeing construction inspections, ensuring compliance with plans and regulations, and collaborating with teams to address issues effectively during a critical guide rail...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Transform the future of transportation by overseeing bridge rehabilitation projects. Ensure compliance with plans and regulations while collaborating with project teams to deliver quality results in a...
2 weeks ago
Resident Engineer / Transportation Construction Inspector
$72K - $114K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality and safety in bridge rehabilitation. Oversee construction activities, conduct inspections, and collaborate with project teams to maintain compliance an...
2 weeks ago
What does a transportation engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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.