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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$116K *

Develop innovative engineering solutions for complex transit projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery and management of major initiatives, enhancing transport efficien...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading municipal engineering projects, managing teams, and cultivating client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance in a dynamic environment. Make an impact throu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Elevate municipal engineering initiatives by leading project teams, managing budgets, and ensuring effective client communication while fostering professional growth and enhancing stakeholder relation...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and strong client relationships while mentoring staff and driving project success across multiple sectors and budg...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional municipal engineering projects by leading project teams, managing budgets, and fostering strong client relationships while ensuring high-quality...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$173K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as a Construction Manager, leading aviation and infrastructure projects. Drive project execution, oversee field operations, and mentor talent while ensuring client satisfaction a...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and quality as you collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal and private clients...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing travel and transportation services, ensuring strategic oversight and operational excellence. Drive innovation, enhance client engagement, and manage vendor relationships...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $175K *

Take ownership of impactful land development projects, leading teams to deliver high-quality civil engineering solutions while managing schedules, budgets, and compliance with industry standards...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $142K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and optimizing civil engineering projects, from design to construction. Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance infrastructure and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to lead structural design projects, ensuring high-quality documentation and innovative solutions throughout all project phases. Your expertise will shape susta...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a Geotechnical Engineer/Manager, leading diverse projects. Drive analytical and design initiatives, supervise teams, and collaborate with clients to shape the future of geotechn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative geotechnical solutions by leading analysis, design, and project management efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams on large-scale projects while mentoring staff and interfacing direct...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver innovative land development solutions, balancing client needs and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with engineers and planners to create impactful projects that enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $111K *

Shape the future of transportation by overseeing city projects and ensuring efficient project delivery while adhering to budget and timelines. Collaborate with teams to manage traffic engineering proj...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing geotechnical engineering solutions for major projects across Canada. Contribute to innovative designs and collaborate with clients and regulatory bodies to en...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in transportation, guiding complex projects and fostering client relationships. Drive innovation and excellence while managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver impa...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative designs across diverse projects. Collaborate with architects and managers to lead structural design, ensuring quality and sustainability at every stage. Your expe...

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $290K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing client interactions and project documentation. Join a team that values expertise and innov...

2 days ago

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

$180K - $290K *

Transform infrastructure projects by leading complex bridge construction efforts. Leverage your expertise in cable stay structures to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while collaborating with cl...

4 days ago

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

$180K - $290K *

Lead the successful delivery of complex long-span bridge projects, ensuring quality and safety. Collaborate with clients and teams to manage construction efforts effectively while maintaining comprehe...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $109K *

Unlock potential by providing technical civil engineering support for diverse projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with teams to enhance infrastructure development and pub...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Advance your career by collaborating with our project management team to deliver large-scale heavy civil construction projects in a safe and efficient manner, while developing your skills alongside ex...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support environmental planning and permitting for diverse infrastructure projects across Alberta and Western Canada. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with municipal and pr...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative water and wastewater treatment projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure engineering excellence while enhancing community infrastructure th...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.