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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform communities by leading civil engineering projects from design to construction. Collaborate with clients and team members to create innovative treatment solutions that enhance quality of life...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Advance your career by conducting hydrogeological studies and modeling in the mining sector. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex earth science challenges while enhancing your s...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental investigations, manage site remediation, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering collaboration and innovation in restoring and enhancing the en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K *

Explore exciting opportunities to contribute to innovative water resource projects, collaborating within a dynamic engineering team to design sustainable systems that address client needs across vario...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K *

Grow your career with a collaborative team in water resource engineering. Engage in design and modeling for diverse projects, ensuring sustainable solutions for municipal and private clients. Enhance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K *

Elevate your engineering career by assisting our Water Resources team in delivering innovative drainage and water management solutions for clients across diverse sectors. Collaborate with experts on s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative civil engineering solutions by designing site plans, managing projects, and leading junior engineers. Collaborate with agencies and clients to ensure successful project delivery an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to plan, design, and oversee solid waste projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while serving as a key liaison among stakeholders and managing project execution un...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Lead a team that manages environmental investigations and remediation projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while providing technical guidance and mentorship to staff in a dynamic cons...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $142K *

Lead the delivery of innovative water and wastewater engineering services, managing diverse projects and client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and adherence to budget and schedule i...

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

$85K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading hydraulic engineering projects, developing innovative solutions, and mentoring junior staff in a collaborative, multi-discipline environment focused on civil and municipal...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Optimize complex water and wastewater projects by conducting technical reviews, inspections, and stakeholder communications to ensure compliance and timely financial assistance for clean water initiat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $110K *

Lead civil engineering projects from concept to completion, managing site development, design, and compliance. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior staff to ensure quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $125K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects, managing multiple assignments while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and men...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead the evaluation of subsurface data to assess environmental conditions, generate maps, and collaborate on projects. Oversee field testing and ensure quality standards while preparing detailed repor...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $138K *

Explore exciting large-scale water projects, leading design and construction phases. Engage in collaboration, technical development, and client interactions while driving project success across multip...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$71K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting biosolids projects through data analysis, process modeling, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance wastewater treatment processes and develop into a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $105K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on biosolids projects. Collaborate with local and regional experts to enhance wastewater processes and drive innovative solutions in environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform sustainability initiatives by providing engineering and project coordination support for capital improvement projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful planning, design, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative remedial systems design solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for diverse environmental p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of land development through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients and lead projects from concept to completion, enhancing urban lands...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $86K *

Innovate transportation engineering designs, collaborating with teams to enhance roadway projects in Ohio, ensuring client satisfaction and quality compliance across all project phases...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $86K *

Shape innovative transportation solutions as a vital team member, working on diverse roadway and highway projects while collaborating with experienced engineers to exceed client expectations and ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead innovative water/wastewater process design projects. Utilize your engineering expertise to develop sustainable solutions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and...

2 days 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.