Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Project Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in construction and infrastructure, semiconductor and advanced manufacturing, and defense and aerospace sectors, covering roles from entry-level field engineer through senior project lead. Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and AECOM that maintain large and lasting operations in the state. The most sought-after specialties are civil and infrastructure engineering, semiconductor fab construction, and systems integration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Introduction
Provides high-level professional and technical project engineering and management services leading a multi-disciplinary project management team in the planning and implementation of the city's capital improvement program from project inception through completion of construction.
Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $64.52/hour or $134,201.60/annually.
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Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited educational institution.
- Seven years professional level public or private infrastructure project management experience and/or building projects.
- Five years of experience as responsible project manager.
- Any equivalent combination of education and job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
- Must possess, at time of application, and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 36 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Department requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Note: Graduated Driver’s Licenses are considered restricted.
- Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Arizona, or by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain reciprocity within six months.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Essential Functions
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Work Environment/Physical Demands
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Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
- Employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP (Post-Employment Health Plan) account
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are essential components of the selection process and must be completed in their entirety for your candidacy to be considered. Please ensure that each section is fully completed and all questions are answered thoroughly. Do not substitute responses with “See Resume.” Incomplete answers, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from further consideration.
Applicants whose education, training, and experience most closely align with the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates selected to move forward will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background screening, which may include the following:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
- Drug Screen
- 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are calculated based on a full-time schedule of 2,080 hours per year and a part-time schedule of 1,040 hours per year. Work experience may at times substitute for education on a year-for-year basis; however, depending on the job classification, education may not be used as a substitute for required work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an “otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Engineer Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Honeywell Aerospace20
- The Walsh9

- Sundt4

- Loenbro4

- City of Scottsdale3

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Chemicals & Materials
- Construction & Real Estate
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline required
- EIT certification or Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration preferred
- Two or more years of project coordination or field engineering experience in construction or manufacturing
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
- Strong familiarity with Arizona building codes, permitting processes, and municipal review workflows
- PMP certification or active enrollment in a project management credential program a plus
Project Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project engineer in Arizona?
Start with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, then register as an Engineer-in-Training through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, you can pursue full PE licensure in Arizona. Many employers will hire project engineers with an EIT and progress them toward PE licensure on the job, particularly in construction, civil infrastructure, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Which companies hire project engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring project engineers in Arizona right now include Honeywell Aerospace, The Walsh, and Sundt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of semiconductor fabs, defense contractors, and large infrastructure programs means demand is spread across a range of industries, with consistent openings from both large corporations and specialized engineering and construction firms.
Which Arizona cities have the most project engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson account for the most project engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its scale as the state's primary business hub, with major semiconductor, defense, and commercial construction activity, while Tucson draws openings from Raytheon and University of Arizona-affiliated research and infrastructure programs, and Tempe and Chandler benefit from Intel's large fab presence and a dense cluster of engineering and construction firms.
Are there remote project engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're limited. Project engineering typically requires on-site presence for inspections, contractor coordination, and field oversight, which makes fully remote work uncommon. About 65% of project engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles tend to involve planning, design review, or procurement work that can be handled off-site between site visits.
How can I get hired as a project engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for project engineer or field engineer associate roles at large Arizona construction and engineering firms like AECOM or Sundt Construction, which run structured new-graduate programs. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning EIT status strengthens any application. Adjacent roles like project coordinator, estimator, or construction inspector are common stepping stones, and Arizona's active infrastructure and semiconductor fab construction pipeline creates steady demand for early-career candidates willing to start in field support positions.
Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to project engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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