Environmental Engineer Jobs

Environmental engineers apply engineering and scientific principles to protect people and the environment. They help organizations prevent pollution, manage resources, remediate contaminated sites, and meet environmental requirements. Explore vetted Environmental Engineer job opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Environmental Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Environmental engineers may assess environmental risks, design pollution-control systems, oversee remediation projects, analyze data, prepare technical reports, and advise teams on environmental regulations. Many roles involve collaboration with scientists, project managers, public agencies, and business leaders.

Common Environmental Engineer Specialties

Career paths can focus on environmental compliance, water and wastewater, air quality, waste management, contaminated-site cleanup, environmental health and safety, sustainability, or renewable energy. Consulting, government, construction, manufacturing, utilities, and energy companies all hire environmental engineering professionals.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in environmental engineering or a related field, along with experience in project delivery, regulatory compliance, technical analysis, and communication. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include professional engineering licensure, specialized software skills, and knowledge of applicable environmental standards.

Find Environmental Engineer Careers on Ladders

Search Environmental Engineer openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their expertise and career goals.

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$100K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining electrical engineering standards for correctional facilities. Oversee design reviews, ensure compliance, and provide technical expertise to enhance system...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Own profitable growth and customer relationships in the Mid-Atlantic region. Develop new business, retain existing accounts, and connect clients with environmental analytical services to support compl...

Maryland, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Design innovative Civil systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions that enhance ope...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $130K *

Elevate municipal engineering projects by managing diverse client needs, leading design efforts, and fostering collaboration. Utilize your expertise to enhance community infrastructure while ensuring...

South Portland, MERemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through effective communication, analysis, and...

Illinois, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing project analysis and design. Contribute your expertise to investigations, data evaluation, and mentoring while ensuring...

Canonsburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Execute engineering design and management of plumbing systems for healthcare facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality deliverables while mentoring junior staff, utilizing...

Hawaii, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $200K *

Advance environmental restoration initiatives for federal clients by leading multidisciplinary teams, developing strategic growth plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive business development initiatives in the water treatment sector, fostering client relationships and solutions. Collaborate with leadership and teams, navigating client needs an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$131K - $205K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of electric power generation projects. Provide technical support and owner’s engineering services, focusing on thermal power systems. Collaborate on project develop...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading civil site projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, coordinate, and manage impactful utility projects while ensuring compliance with loc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career with a key role supporting the global launch and technical operations of radiopharmaceuticals, driving compliance, quality initiatives, and collaboration with CDMOs while leading...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Optimize geomechanical solutions for mining projects by integrating data, developing models, and providing technical recommendations. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance project outcomes and me...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$250K - $290K *

Accelerate progress at our East Region by leading strategic growth initiatives, mentoring managers, and driving profitable operations within a high-performing team dedicated to environmental consultin...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $146K *

Elevate technical execution across utility-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery. Lead project governance, interface with stakeholders, and drive continuous i...

Charlottesville, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Empower progress in environmental compliance by developing air permitting strategies for complex industrial projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to ensure adherence to air quality regula...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $145K *

Collaborate within a dedicated team to design and execute innovative civil engineering solutions for Mission Critical Data Center projects in a dynamic environment, engaging with diverse clients and d...

Cottage Grove, WIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Unlock potential by leveraging engineering expertise to analyze, design, and deliver innovative solutions for diverse civil projects, collaborating across disciplines to meet client needs and regulato...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Launch your engineering career by contributing to innovative civil projects, utilizing advanced software, and collaborating across disciplines to shape the future built environment while adhering to r...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $122K *

Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...

Durham, NCRemote

6 days ago

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

$59K - $106K *

Unlock your potential by supporting diverse EOSH programs for the FAA. Collaborate with a dedicated team, conduct inspections, and provide training while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. E...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and executing overhead transmission line projects. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project quality and safety while engaging with c...

Pasadena, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an environmental engineer do?question toggle

    Environmental engineers use engineering and scientific methods to address challenges such as pollution prevention, water treatment, waste management, site remediation, and environmental compliance.

  • Where do environmental engineers work?question toggle

    They work across consulting firms, government agencies, utilities, construction, manufacturing, energy, and other industries with environmental responsibilities.

  • What qualifications are common for environmental engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a degree in environmental engineering or a related discipline. Employers may also value relevant project experience, regulatory knowledge, data analysis skills, and professional engineering licensure where applicable.

  • What specialties are available in environmental engineering?question toggle

    Common specialties include water and wastewater, air quality, remediation, compliance, waste management, sustainability, environmental health and safety, and renewable energy.

  • Can I find $100,000+ environmental engineer jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use the listings to explore Environmental Engineer roles and review each position's compensation details and requirements.