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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$113K - $165K *

Transform environmental projects by leading investigations and remediation efforts. Leverage your expertise to mentor staff, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance while driving innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $125K *

Advance environmental solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams in site assessments, remediation strategies, and project management. Collaborate with clients and regulators to deliver high-quality...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of civil and structural engineering by investigating failures, conducting analyses, and providing expert testimony. Collaborate with a dynamic team to assess damages and ensure compli...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in advancing transportation infrastructure projects by overseeing civil planning and design services, conducting site assessments, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout all proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $144K *

Innovate transportation infrastructure by leading environmental engineering projects. Manage compliance, permitting, and public involvement to ensure sustainable development while applying advanced en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering teams and overseeing complex civil projects. You'll prepare specifications, resolve engineering challenges, and ensure quality compliance while providing tec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate on levees, channels, and shore protection initiatives while overseeing project specifi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $135K *

Elevate infrastructure solutions by leading design teams in municipal water and drainage projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$156K - $218K *

Drive complex civil and environmental engineering projects, providing senior technical leadership and client advisory support. Oversee landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation systems while m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $218K *

Shape the future of environmental engineering by leading complex projects in landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation. Provide senior technical leadership, mentor teams, and drive business gr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, design plans, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and enhancing quality stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock innovative engineering solutions by leading design efforts on gas distribution projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and drive process improvements in a dynamic, hyb...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join our team to optimize groundwater assessments for diverse projects across Alberta. This hands-on role balances fieldwork with data analysis, mentoring, and collaboration, ensuring effective hydrog...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $128K *

Drive your career forward by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance production processes, support equipment manufacturing, and lead capital projects in a dynamic environment focused on innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $121K *

Lead innovative roadway design projects across Ohio, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance transportation solutions, ensuring timely delivery and exceeding client expectations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $121K *

Optimize roadway designs on diverse projects, collaborate with the team, and enhance client satisfaction while ensuring timely project deliveries throughout Ohio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional roadway design solutions for ODOT projects. You will oversee design activities and collaborate closely with clients while ensuring project succes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $86K *

Champion environmental initiatives by leading certification programs and technical reviews. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance public health and environmental standards through education and com...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$69K - $97K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. As an entry-level Civil Engineer, you'll collaborate on innovative projects, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $97K *

Shape the future of transportation by collaborating on innovative projects that enhance community infrastructure. Join a dynamic team to develop resilient systems while gaining valuable mentorship and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $132K *

Lead impactful civil engineering projects, overseeing design and compliance for multi-family, retail, and industrial developments. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that shape com...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex environmental remediation projects by managing multi-disciplinary teams, driving regulatory compliance, and ensuring project quality and financial performance in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $196K *

Develop and enhance corporate water and wastewater compliance strategies while guiding manufacturing sites on regulatory requirements. Lead audits and advocate for environmental governance, ensuring t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Manage environmental projects by overseeing permitting, compliance, and field investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success across transportation, energy, and land...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.