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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$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...

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  •   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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of land development by leading impactful projects, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering innovative engineering solutions that enhance communities and meet client needs in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion impactful land development projects by collaborating with engineers and planners. Leverage your expertise in civil engineering to design and execute solutions that meet client needs while men...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform land development projects by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive project planning, design supervision, and client engagement while ensuring quality and compliance across residential...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $176K *

Drive impactful infrastructure projects by overseeing on-site operations, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and managing safety protocols while leading inspection teams and coordinatin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading land development engineering projects, guiding teams from concept to delivery while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Play a pivotal role in mentoring an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading land development projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor junior engineers while ensuring project success from concept to delivery, all within budge...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading land development projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers. Drive technical excellence and enhance project delivery from concept to comp...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of land development engineering. Lead projects from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in land development engineering by leading project teams, ensuring quality and budget adherence, and mentoring junior engineers throughout the project lifecycle from concept to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and testing advanced RF and microwave systems. Collaborate with a team to innovate and enhance product performance while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic engineeri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Drive impactful transportation projects by leading design teams, nurturing client relationships, and cultivating staff growth. Leverage 8+ years of experience in civil design to enhance highway and mu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver integrated solutions in power gen...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community infrastructure through innovative bridge design and project management. Lead design teams, mentor junior staff, and cultivate client relationships t...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead design teams and foster client relationships to drive growth in transportation projects, focusing on innovative bridge design and project management while mentoring junior staff for technical ski...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of building systems by leading HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring quality and compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $127K *

Lead and manage engineering functions for public infrastructure projects, overseeing design, reviews, and construction inspections while ensuring compliance and technical guidance across key initiativ...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$84K - $113K *

Transform hazardous materials management and stormwater compliance, ensuring safety and environmental accountability across operations. Lead initiatives that enhance regulatory compliance and foster a...

1 week ago

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

$82K - $126K *

Empower our community by leading engineering projects that enhance public works. Collaborate with a dedicated team to design, evaluate, and implement solutions ensuring a reliable water supply for fut...

1 week ago

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

$89K - $140K *

Contribute to diverse civil engineering projects, collaborating with teams to design, analyze, and deliver solutions for infrastructure and land development, while enhancing your technical and project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $140K *

Elevate your career by supporting diverse civil engineering projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing your technical expertise while contributing to impactful infrastructure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.