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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical systems for large-scale MEP projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and prepare detailed design documents to suppor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $175K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by designing and analyzing roadways, interchanges, and trails. Lead projects from inception to completion while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Develop innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse land development projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, analyze, and execute plans that meet client needs while ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $500K+*

Drive the planning and execution of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Lead a team, manage budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance community infras...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$157K - $283K *

Transform complex infrastructure projects by leading structural design and construction efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with engineering standards while enhancing rail services an...

Yesterday

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

$157K - $283K *

Champion the design and construction of complex structures for a major infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and delivering innovative solutions to enhance rail servic...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $176K *

Lead the charge in transportation management planning and execution for large-scale construction projects, ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders and adherence to engineering standards acr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading transportation drainage projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. Drive innovative design solutions while contributing to a growing business lin...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping sustainable communities by leading transportation drainage projects. Leverage your expertise in design and project management while mentoring junior staff and fostering clie...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in diverse engineering projects, providing analysis, design, and consulting services. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage budgets, and resolve challenges while delivering qualit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Provide consulting services, manage projects, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Traffic/ITS engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with transportation leaders. Shape impactful designs for Florida's transportation agencies while adva...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, design plans, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and enhancing quality stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful civil engineering projects by leading design, planning, and permitting efforts. Collaborate with a diverse team, enhance client relations, and manage multiple projects while mentoring...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading civil engineering projects from design to permitting. Collaborate with a passionate team, managing multiple tasks while maintaining client relationships and ensuring projec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $171K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety protocols across diverse transportation projects, ensuring compliance and effective program implementation while collaborating with management and external stakehol...

6 days ago

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

$101K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $121K *

Champion the oversight of maintenance operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and execution of projects while supervising crews and enforcing safety regulations to enhance infrastructure quality and...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Drive the design and operation of robust networking infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity across cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, security, and reliability o...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $133K *

Optimize storm water management projects by leading engineering design and oversight. Play a critical role in project management and community engagement, driving initiatives to reduce flooding and en...

1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development of highway drainage and stormwater projects, ensuring design accuracy and quality. Manage project documentation, budgets, and client relationships while coordinating with various...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management by leading transportation initiatives, enhancing client relationships, and driving team performance. Oversee LA DOT projects, ensuring quality control and strategic planning...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to civil engineering excellence while designing renovations for critical facilities. Lead projects from concept through design, ensuring compliance with codes and enhancin...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $112K *

Drive the comprehensive execution of airport development projects, overseeing contracting, planning, design, and construction. Collaborate with various agencies and lead project delegation to ensure s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $112K *

Drive airport development projects by managing planning, design, and construction. Collaborate with local officials and federal agencies to address complex issues, ensuring successful project executio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business 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.