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 - $110K *

Lead and innovate in complex transportation projects, coordinating teams to deliver quality solutions. Shape the future of civil engineering while mentoring staff and enhancing your career in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $156K *

Manage complex transportation engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards. Oversee PS&E development, coordinate schedules, and lead teams to d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering excellence across South Carolina, managing complex projects and fostering client relationships while mentoring a talented team. Drive innovative solutions and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with a leadership role in traffic engineering, focusing on design and analysis for diverse clients across South Carolina. Drive project success while mentoring staff and fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $108K *

Transform transportation project development by providing statewide technical support for PS&E systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance software use, deliver training, and ensure effective estimatin...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, coordinating with clients and contractors to transform designs into actionable plans while ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining strong...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $127K *

Shape your career by contributing to innovative roadway and highway projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful transportation solutions for diverse clients, ensuring projects meet...

1 week ago

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

$98K - $127K *

Engineer innovative roadway and highway projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance transportation infrastructure. Contribute from design to delivery, ensuring quality and efficiency while...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Lead the design and analysis of highway projects, ensuring quality and compliance while managing budgets and schedules. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal and state c...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading complex projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with experts to enhance materials quality and technology across the st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance for cement and concrete operations, overseeing technical specifications, conducting research, and managing inspections. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$113K *

Elevate your career by leading the Initial Design Unit, optimizing workflows, mentoring engineers, and overseeing complex highway and bridge projects while representing the Division of Highways at pub...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to drive innovative transit design projects, focusing on Bus Rapid Transit and Light Rail Transit. Collaborate across disciplines, engage with clients, and enhance public outreach while...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead traffic engineering projects, ensuring design accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to prepare plans, conduct analyses, and deliver impactful solutions that enhance community infrastruc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of roadway design in Maryland. Leverage your expertise in engineering management to oversee diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering coll...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $175K *

Lead the design and execution of transportation projects, mentor teams, and ensure quality project delivery affecting local mobility and safety across the region. Your expertise will shape impactful i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality project engineering support. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project success through effective scheduling, coordination, and communi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Intelligent Transportation Systems. Leverage your expertise in designing and integrating advanced traffic management solutions while collaborating with diverse...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. Lead impactful projects, manage client relationships, and drive business development while overseeing a talented design team to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $94K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming transportation systems through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate on diverse projects, from local roads to major interstates, while developing y...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $111K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading major transportation projects, ensuring timely delivery and community engagement while collaborating across departments to enhance city growth and s...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $105K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic engineering team focused on transportation design. Contribute to impactful roadway projects while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in a collaborative envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative roadway design, managing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while enhancing your skills in a supportive environm...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $125K *

Champion innovative roadway designs by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing projects from inception to completion, and ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards while fostering clie...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career by leading roadway design projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and adherence to budget and schedule while enhancing your t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.