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.
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by delivering high-quality engineering solutions for small to mid-size projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project execution while maintaining technical...
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$83K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to planning and executing complex substation construction and maintenance projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance safety and efficiency while collaborating with diver...
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Civil Engineering Project Manager (PE)
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by managing scope, schedule, and budget while leading teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality civil engineering projects on...
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Civil Airport Engineer - Project Manager
$135K *
Shape the future of aviation infrastructure by leading a dynamic civil engineering team. Drive project success from planning to completion, ensuring quality and safety while expanding market presence...
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$122K - $160K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative structural engineering solutions for diverse infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams while ment...
3 days ago
Professional Engineer- Site Development
$80K - $95K *
Drive impactful site development projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while managing risks and stakeholder engagement for both private and municipal...
3 weeks ago
HIGHWAY DESIGN PROJECT MANAGER
$77K - $106K *
Shape the future of transportation by managing highway and bridge design projects. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance with policies, and represent the department in public forums to driv...
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$95K - $115K *
Elevate your engineering career by leading mechanical design projects, conducting technical reviews, and resolving complex issues in diverse construction environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure...
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$95K - $115K *
Engineer innovative mechanical designs and lead technical reviews for diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to resolve design challenges and ensure compliance with standards throughout the construc...
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$88K - $105K *
Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to enhance project outcomes across diverse mechanica...
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$85K - $100K *
Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to deliver high-quality mechanical systems for diver...
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$80K - $100K *
Lead the charge in designing and repairing highway bridge projects, ensuring quality and accuracy through all phases. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and oversee project documentation whi...
2 weeks ago
Engineer Civil Design - 90416171 - Philadelphia
$86K - $111K *
Drive innovative drainage and geotechnical solutions for railroad infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance asset reliability through effective design, field investigations...
3 days ago
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
$105K - $145K *
Elevate your career by tackling diverse geotechnical projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing your project management skills while making a direct impact on local communitie...
3 weeks ago
Associate Transportation Planner
$117K - $176K *
Drive the growth of transportation planning in the NY Region, focusing on Multimodal Planning and Street Design. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage complex projects and enhance clien...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the management of civil engineering projects, overseeing design compliance, contractor coordination, and project execution. Collaborate with consultants and ensure adherence to standards while m...
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Civil Project Engineer - Municipal Services
$86K - $101K *
Advance your career by delivering innovative water resource solutions. Collaborate with municipal clients on diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure while promoting professional growth...
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Transportation Architecture Team Lead
$100K - $120K *
Inspire excellence in transportation architecture by leading a dynamic team, managing project workflows, and fostering collaboration across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions that enhance com...
1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
The Structural Engineer will be responsible for designing and analyzing various structural systems, including concrete, masonry, and steel members, while also engaging with clients and sub-consultants...
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$75K - $88K *
Launch your career by supporting civil engineering projects, collaborating with developers and contractors, and ensuring compliance with city standards. This entry-level role offers hands-on experienc...
3 weeks ago
Traveling Senior Project Engineer (Mission Critical)
$197K - $238K *
Join a team that's delivering a large-scale mission-critical project, supporting planning and execution of complex construction activities while collaborating with field leadership and subcontractors...
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Senior Traffic Engineer-Traffic Safety and Operations
$88K - $154K *
Lead the charge in optimizing traffic safety and operations in a rapidly growing county. Manage studies, collaborate with agencies, and deliver data-driven engineering solutions that enhance multimoda...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Civil Engineer, PE (Indian Head, MD)
$80K - $95K *
Execute on-site inspections as the Special Inspector of Record, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with design specifications and industry standards across various construction projects...
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Traveling Senior Project Engineer (Mission Critical)
$197K - $238K *
Lead the charge in delivering a large-scale mission-critical project, overseeing planning, coordination, and execution of complex construction activities while collaborating with field leadership and...
Yesterday
Traveling Senior Project Engineer (Mission Critical)
$197K - $238K *
Join a team that's delivering a large-scale mission-critical project, supporting planning and execution of complex construction activities while collaborating with field leadership and subcontractors...
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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.