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 *

Elevate engineering solutions by leading complex civil projects, applying advanced techniques, and collaborating with teams to innovate and refine processes, ensuring quality and compliance in land de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative civil engineering solutions. Collaborate on complex projects, lead junior engineers, and enhance client relationships while applying...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $125K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex civil engineering projects, leading teams, and innovating techniques. Collaborate with clients and agencies to drive land development initiatives while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $111K *

Develop your engineering career by managing diverse projects in municipal infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, compliance, and successful project delivery while enhancing your ski...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $118K *

Drive project success by planning and managing municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines while collaborating with clients and teams to achieve engineering excellen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $97K *

Drive project success by planning and executing engineering initiatives across municipal infrastructure, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations while collaborating with diverse tea...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and innovate in engineering projects focused on municipal water, sewer, and roadway infrastructure. Drive project success through effective planning, design, and quality co...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $102K *

Join us to design and manage diverse civil engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with teams and clients. Your expertise will drive successful project outcomes in re...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $154K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and training teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful transportation design outcomes while adhering to standards...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $107K *

Unlock your potential as you engage in technical drafting and engineering tasks, supporting land development projects. Collaborate with city departments and provide public assistance while ensuring co...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with clients to lead transportation construction projects, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and profitable management while mentoring staff and maintaining strong client relationships in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse transportation projects, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance public sector project management. Drive project success through effective planning, client...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Develop innovative structural designs for transportation projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to enhance regional presence and maintain strong client rela...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $116K *

Optimize drainage design and hydraulic modeling while managing projects and collaborating with stakeholders. Provide technical guidance and ensure compliance with engineering standards to enhance tran...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$208K - $253K *

Oversee capital improvement projects and public works operations, driving strategic objectives and enhancing municipal services. Seek a dynamic leader with strong management skills to ensure effective...

1 week ago

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

$79K - $82K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure! As an entry-level Roadway Engineer, you'll engage in diverse engineering projects, collaborate with professionals, and develop your skills in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $135K *

Elevate your career by applying your maritime electrical engineering expertise to enhance the safety and reliability of Washington's ferry fleet. Join a dedicated team focused on innovative vessel mod...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$119K - $187K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex Traction Power projects by applying engineering expertise, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating across disciplines to meet project goals and schedules...

4 weeks ago

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

$116K - $145K *

Elevate your career by managing site development projects, translating plans into detailed designs, and overseeing construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing statewide construction programs through effective policy development, implementation, and evaluation, ensuring compliance with specifications and providing ex...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead engineering and consulting services across diverse projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and effective communication with clients. Manage project phases, conduct analyses, and mentor junior sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering by providing expert consulting and innovative solutions across diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions. You'll manage diverse projects, conduct field investigations, and provide expert recommendations while collabo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform diverse engineering projects by leading field investigations, analysis, and design, while ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-impact solutions across vari...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Transform geotechnical project execution by managing large-scale projects, collaborating with experts, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring quality results across diverse geological environmen...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 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.