Remote Project Engineer Jobs
Remote Project Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like construction technology, energy, manufacturing, and software infrastructure. Employers hiring remotely right now include Lockheed Martin, Baxter & Woodman, and ABB. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.
Please note:
- Be sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.
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
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Click here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands.
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).
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.
Please note:
- Be sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.
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
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Click here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands.
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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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore or Primavera P6
- Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Familiarity with RFI, submittal, and change order processes
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and site compliance requirements
- Engineer-in-Training credential or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure
Tips for Your Remote Project Engineer Job Search
Signal your async communication skills upfront
Remote project engineers live and die by written updates, status reports, and documentation. Highlight experience with tools like Asana, Monday.com, Jira, or Confluence in your resume and cover letter. Remote hiring managers scan for candidates who can move work forward without constant check-ins.
Build a portfolio of remote-ready deliverables
Compile project plans, scope documents, risk logs, and status reports from past roles or coursework into a clean document set you can share. Showing finished work product proves you can deliver remotely, which is exactly what distributed engineering teams want to see before extending an offer.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Applying early to well-matched roles increases your visibility before a position fills.
Prepare for remote-first interview formats
Many distributed engineering teams use asynchronous video screens or written case exercises before a live call. Practice explaining a project you managed, including scope changes and stakeholder communication, in under three minutes on camera. Clear, structured answers matter more remotely than they do in person.
Remote Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project engineer job?
Target companies with established distributed teams, such as remote-first construction tech firms, renewable energy developers, and engineering software companies, because they have the workflows and tools to support project engineers who aren't on-site. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and comfort with async collaboration tools like project management platforms and digital documentation systems. Demonstrating those skills directly in your application materials gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote project engineers?
Companies hiring remote project engineers right now include Lockheed Martin, Baxter & Woodman, and ABB, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams across construction technology, energy, and infrastructure sectors tend to hire project engineers remotely most consistently.
Can you get a remote project engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level project engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage tasks and communicate progress independently from day one. Construction tech startups and engineering software companies are more likely to hire early-career candidates remotely. Showing a portfolio of coursework projects, internship deliverables, or self-directed work that demonstrates project coordination and written reporting can open those doors.
Do you need a degree for remote project engineer jobs?
Usually, but remote employers weigh demonstrated project coordination skills and relevant certifications alongside formal credentials. A PMP, CAPM, or an engineering certification can carry real weight when a degree is in a tangential field. Employers focused on remote delivery often care more about your ability to manage scope, timelines, and stakeholder communication than the specific degree on your transcript.
Which industries hire the most remote project engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote project engineers are Consulting & Professional Services and Manufacturing, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors have invested in distributed team infrastructure, which makes it practical to run project engineering work across multiple time zones and locations without requiring a fixed job site.
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