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 - $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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and deliver environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction while supervising staff and coordinating across teams to achieve project...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ecological assessment and restoration projects nationwide, focusing on wetlands. Your expertise will guide field surveys, mentor staff, and interact with clients while...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $115K *

Support major infrastructure projects by performing technical engineering tasks, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and assisting in project planning and documentation. Grow your career in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $115K *

Support major infrastructure projects by performing technical engineering tasks, assisting with project planning, documentation, and coordination within multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful pr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering strategic client partnerships in environmental consulting. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, manage client relationships, and ensure proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence, leveraging advanced knowledge in engineering and sciences to manage complex projects, ensure compliance, and enhance client satisfaction throu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ecological project management, providing senior oversight and mentorship while driving business development and delivering high-quality solutions across multidisciplinary teams...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $126K *

Transform environmental compliance by managing regulations, driving sustainability initiatives, and fostering a zero-incident culture. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to EHS standards and e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $121K *

Optimize environmental and safety compliance while supporting program management and initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance ESH culture and ensure adherence to regulations in a dynamic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing EHS programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with regulations and driving risk reduction initiatives across operations while collaborating...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as you manage geotechnical projects, from site investigation to design and reporting. Collaborate with senior engineers while gaining hands-on experience in seismic assessments, la...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Support geotechnical projects, driving analysis and design for diverse infrastructure. Collaborate with senior engineers, manage scopes of work, and contribute to seismic assessments while mentoring j...

Penticton, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting geotechnical projects, from site investigation to design and reporting. Collaborate with senior engineers on diverse projects, including seismic assessments, dams, an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive geotechnical projects from inception to completion, focusing on seismic assessments, land development, and infrastructure. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your skills and lead proje...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in municipal infrastructure projects, driving design and construction of stormwater, water transmission, and sewer systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project su...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $136K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative mechanical design projects while managing clients and teams. Utilize your expertise to transform healthcare and commercial facilities, ensuring excellence in pro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing complex projects and leading mechanical design initiatives. Leverage your expertise in HVAC systems to optimize design processes while collaborating with diverse teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $155K *

Elevate solid waste infrastructure projects from concept to operation, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure effective planning, design, and construction of facilities while providing ongoing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Grow your career with us as you support diverse stormwater and flood resiliency projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to deliver innovative solutions for public and private clients across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by managing regulatory compliance, permitting, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality documentation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater systems, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while managing...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by providing multi-media support across various sectors. Leverage technical expertise to manage projects, conduct audits, and develop client relationships...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by providing expert support across multiple sectors. Leverage your technical skills to manage air and stormwater permitting, compliance audits, and client...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by providing expert support across various sectors, including industrial and transportation. Leverage your technical skills to manage projects, conduct aud...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.