Project Engineer Jobs in Washington

Project Engineer jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, civil infrastructure, technology, and energy sectors at every level from entry-level associate to senior project engineer. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma are the primary hiring centers, with major employers like Boeing, Amazon, and the Washington State Department of Transportation maintaining a consistent and lasting presence across the state. Construction management, systems engineering, and environmental project work are among the most sought-after specialties in Washington listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles112+
Top employerMcKinstry
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring33
Work type64% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Performance Contracting
Associate Project Engineer
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Performance Contracting
New 10h ago
Associate Project Engineer
Performance Contracting
Woodinville, Washington
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Kraemer North America
Project Engineer
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Kraemer North America
New 15h ago
Project Engineer
Kraemer North America
Puyallup, Washington
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$95k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Microsoft
Construction Project Engineer
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Microsoft
New 15h ago
Construction Project Engineer
Microsoft
Wenatchee, Washington
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$98k - $206k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
Project Engineer
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MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
New 16h ago
Project Engineer
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
Spokane, Washington
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$75k - $97k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Swinerton
Project Engineer
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Swinerton
Added 1d ago
Project Engineer
Swinerton
Spokane, Washington
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$63k - $95k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Project Engineer Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Spokane
9 jobs
Vancouver
9 jobs
Bellevue
8 jobs
Kent
5 jobs
Tacoma
4 jobs
Pasco
3 jobs
Wenatchee
3 jobs
Federal Way
3 jobs

Project Engineer Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

McKinstry
McKinstry4 open roles
Skanska
Skanska3 open roles
GeoEngineers
GeoEngineers3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Energy

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Washington.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
  • Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Washington State Department of Licensing preferred for senior roles
  • Two or more years of experience managing engineering project schedules and budgets
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team coordination
  • Experience with Washington state permitting, environmental regulations, or agency review processes

Project Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project engineer in Washington?

Most project engineer roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline, preferably from an ABET-accredited program. For roles in civil, structural, or public works, earning a Professional Engineer license through the Washington State Department of Licensing strengthens your candidacy significantly. The path runs from an engineering degree to an Engineer-in-Training designation after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then the PE exam after gaining qualifying experience.

Which companies hire project engineers in Washington?

Employers hiring project engineers in Washington right now include McKinstry, Skanska, and GeoEngineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's concentration of aerospace, defense, and large-scale infrastructure projects means hiring is consistent across both private firms and public agencies throughout the state.

Which Washington cities have the most project engineer jobs?

Seattle, Spokane, and Vancouver account for the most project engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the largest share of postings through their dense cluster of technology, aerospace, and commercial construction employers, while Tacoma and surrounding Pierce County generate steady demand through port infrastructure, military installations like Joint Base Lewis-McChord, and regional utilities.

Are there remote project engineer jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're limited. Project engineering typically involves on-site coordination, contractor oversight, and field inspections that are difficult to perform remotely. About 36% of project engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. Planning, scheduling, and documentation-heavy phases of a project are the most likely to allow flexible or remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a project engineer in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an engineer-in-training or junior engineer role with a Washington firm that runs formal development programs. Boeing, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and large general contractors like Skanska USA regularly hire new graduates into structured rotational or assistant project engineer programs. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early demonstrates readiness, and internship experience with a Washington public works agency or private AEC firm makes a candidate substantially more competitive.

Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to project engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and the Washington locations you want, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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