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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$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by leading bridge design projects, providing technical direction, and ensuring quality control. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentorin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage complex surface transportation programs, providing strategic direction and technical leadership while ensuring ethical practices and financial success in program delivery...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence in sustainment and lifecycle activities for the Ground-based Midcourse Defense system, ensuring operational readiness and addressing component obsolescence while collabora...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead civil engineering design for power generation and industrial projects. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts throughout project execution...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $196K *

Drive impactful transportation initiatives as a strategic leader, overseeing engineering operations, budget management, and project delivery while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and fo...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $140K *

Advance your career by ensuring compliance in construction projects, conducting inspections, and leading training sessions. Collaborate with teams to uphold engineering standards and enhance departmen...

2 days ago

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

$118K - $177K *

Lead and manage aviation projects by overseeing planning, compliance, and stakeholder communication. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to regulations, driving successful...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $177K *

Lead the charge in managing aviation project delivery, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring compliance and quality standards throughout various project phases, while fostering cross-functional team...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $196K *

Explore the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Lead technical excellence, manage procurement, and ensure quality while mentoring personnel and supporting pro...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Lead the charge in integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, monitor progress, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client crite...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Lead technical excellence, manage resources, and ensure compliance while driving project success through...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Manage and integrate engineering, budget, and scheduling aspects of medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, monitor progress, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, manage procurement, and monitor progress to meet client criteria and project goals...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $196K *

Analyze project engineering aspects, integrating scope, budget, and schedules. Ensure technical excellence and compliance while managing resources and facilitating procurement. Collaborate with teams...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$166K - $309K *

Drive engineering excellence on mega projects by leading a skilled team, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and ensuring constructability of design documents. Take charge of department overs...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$132K - $207K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions for complex projects. Leverage your expertise to guide multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality outcomes while mentori...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $140K *

Join our team to evaluate and design rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess site conditions, drainage, and environmental factors...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $140K *

Empower teams by evaluating and designing rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations, ensuring compliance with environmental and civil engineering standards while collaborating across m...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Explore your expertise in construction management for public infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams in overseeing complex construction activities, ensuring compliance with contracts a...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as you manage geotechnical projects, from site investigation to design and reporting. Collaborate with senior engineers while gaining hands-on experience in seismic assessments, la...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Support geotechnical projects, driving analysis and design for diverse infrastructure. Collaborate with senior engineers, manage scopes of work, and contribute to seismic assessments while mentoring j...

Penticton, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting geotechnical projects, from site investigation to design and reporting. Collaborate with senior engineers on diverse projects, including seismic assessments, dams, an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive geotechnical projects from inception to completion, focusing on seismic assessments, land development, and infrastructure. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your skills and lead proje...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $140K *

Lead impactful construction projects as a Resident Engineer, overseeing inspections, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with contract documents while collaborating with various stakeholders to en...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion the development of innovative mechanical systems, collaborating with diverse teams to design, analyze, and document cutting-edge technologies for critical defense applications, ensuring align...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.