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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$66K - $103K *

Join a team that develops innovative transportation projects enhancing Iowa's highway systems. Collaborate with stakeholders and apply advanced engineering techniques to create efficient designs, ensu...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional geotechnical engineering projects. Manage multiple projects, coordinate with engineers and crews, and ensure client satisfaction through effectiv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $125K *

Innovate concrete engineering solutions to enhance construction operations, ensuring high-quality support throughout project life cycles. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver optimal designs and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$78K - $112K *

Elevate your career as you design and analyze civil roadway projects, preparing essential documentation and collaborating with teams to ensure successful project delivery and compliance with regulatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing municipal infrastructure through design, oversight, and project management. This role involves supervising construction, conducting surveys, and ensuring comp...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading land development projects, focusing on design and engineering solutions that shape vibrant communities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality work in c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K *

Unlock potential by leading critical infrastructure projects that enhance neighborhood safety and vitality. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure quality, budget adherence, and timely...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us deliver innovative engineering solutions across diverse projects. You'll lead investigations, perform analyses, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to drive projec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by providing vital engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Engage in field investigations, engineering analyses, and client collaboration to ensure project suc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering through innovative consulting services. Engage in diverse projects, lead investigations, and drive analytical solutions while collaborating with...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by providing expert consulting and project management across diverse sectors. Collaborate with a team to deliver high-quality analysis, design, and impleme...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $137K *

Champion innovative traffic engineering solutions to enhance safety and mobility. Manage diverse projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize transportation systems and...

2 weeks ago

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

$174K - $255K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transportation and infrastructure projects. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet c...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Join us in managing multifaceted water and wastewater projects, overseeing all aspects from planning to construction. Collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring project compliance, safety, and co...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects from conception to warranty. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while ensuring compliance with regulations, working with consultants...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of transportation by leading traffic analysis projects, managing teams, and driving business development. Collaborate with clients and agencies to enhance traffic engineering solution...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Transform power distribution systems by leading design and planning efforts, ensuring quality and adherence to client schedules while solving complex engineering challenges with minimal supervision...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by designing innovative traffic signal systems and electrical infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful transportation projects while ensuring c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation. Lead projects, mentor a talented team, and build client relationships to enhance community mobility and growth. Drive innovation and excellence...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading transportation projects. Manage diverse initiatives, foster client relationships, and develop talent while shaping the future of community mobility. Join u...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions by managing complex transportation and drainage projects. Leverage your expertise to lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality deliverables fro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $132K *

Lead impactful civil engineering projects, overseeing design and compliance for multi-family, retail, and industrial developments. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that shape com...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $105K *

Contribute to the review and approval of encroachment permits for commercial and residential developments, ensuring compliance with engineering standards while collaborating with developers and local...

2 weeks ago

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

$111K - $127K *

Lead and innovate within a dynamic engineering team, driving excellence in Hydraulics design for various Alternative Delivery projects while guiding technical growth and compliance with industry stand...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$111K - $127K *

Elevate your career as a leader in Hydraulics Engineering, guiding design teams across diverse Alternative Delivery projects while ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and fostering client relat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.