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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$93K - $125K *

Lead innovative engineering projects focusing on design, inspection, and management of bridges and infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance public works, ensuring quality and safety s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $170K *

Champion innovative traffic solutions by leading engineering projects, managing teams, and enhancing transportation systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure efficient traffic operations and sa...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that empowers success by managing the planning, budgeting, and reliability of construction and mining equipment. Enhance operational efficiency while ensuring compliance and safety across...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by collaborating on diverse land development projects, from industrial sites to community facilities. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative design and client satisfaction, fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading engineering services for municipal utility districts. Oversee critical infrastructure projects, manage client relationships, and provide strategic guidance to enhance c...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading engineering services for utility districts. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage projects, and provide strategic guidance to enhance community...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful land/site development projects through effective project management and technical design. Leverage strong communication skills and knowledge of U.S. design standards to deliver innova...

Reposted today

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

$73K - $107K *

Elevate your engineering career by providing design and technical support for water utility projects, ensuring compliance and optimal functionality while managing capital improvements and engaging wit...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality projects while overseeing daily operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety and compliance in a dynamic construction environmen...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in delivering environmental compliance solutions for industrial, municipal, and construction clients, focusing on stormwater management and regulatory adherence while managing multiple...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive impactful roadway lighting projects by leading design efforts, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with teams to enhance safety and mobility across transportation infrastructure in a dynamic...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive impactful roadway lighting projects across the Midwest, enhancing safety and mobility. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor junior engineers, and deliver innovative designs that benefit commun...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $137K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse land development projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative civil engineering solutions while ensuring client satisfaction and project succes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $137K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to design and execute diverse land development projects. Collaborate on large-scale industrial and public works, ensuring client visions are realized through effective e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to support critical water and wastewater projects, ensuring efficient construction and compliance with engineering standards while collaborating with project management and subcont...

1 week ago

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

$113K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure by leading design and consulting for critical water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, constructability, a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by leading major projects, ensuring sustainable development, and mentoring talent while delivering high-quality solutions that meet municipal...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $148K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative structural designs for critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, resilience, and long-ter...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance environmental engineering solutions by leading site investigations, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to design systems and prepare technica...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $94K *

Optimize civil engineering projects by providing technical guidance and managing initiatives for infrastructure improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure project efficiency and safety while maint...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and analyze water resources projects, collaborating with stakeholders and managing multi-discipline efforts to deliver innovative solutions in civil engineering...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading water resources projects, designing systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive project success through effective management, technical expertise, and client engage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K *

Champion the development and management of engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead a team, oversee budgets, and collaborate with county departments to enhance infrastructure and...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead civil engineering projects, focusing on site development and foundation design. Collaborate with clients and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring qu...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative land development solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project compliance from concept to construction. Grow your career with a f...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.