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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$95K - $103K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, overseeing project commissioning plans, leading teams, and ensuring optimal building system performance across diverse sectors...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $135K *

Lead hydrogeological projects and drive business growth by mentoring teams, enhancing client relationships, and delivering environmental solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to support innovative...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental projects across the Midwest. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, manage permitting processes, and deliver impac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading hydrogeology initiatives, driving business growth and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project outcomes and strengthe...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role in environmental project management, where you'll lead investigations and remediation efforts, collaborate with experts, and foster client relationships while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Take ownership of environmental compliance initiatives, overseeing remediation programs and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with contractors and manage documentation to support...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of health and safety management. Lead projects, provide technical expertise, and develop compliance programs while collaborating with industry leaders to drive gr...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $125K *

Unlock the potential of energy efficiency by leading innovative research projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze building performance, develop models, and drive market transformation in r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $133K *

Lead the charge in enhancing workplace safety by overseeing compliance programs, managing projects, and fostering client relationships. Drive impactful health and safety initiatives while mentoring ju...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Advance your career with a dynamic role leading health and safety projects, establishing compliance programs, guiding teams, and enhancing client relationships in a multi-disciplinary environment focu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Champion safety excellence by leading comprehensive health and safety initiatives. Manage project lifecycles, develop client relationships, and guide technical teams to achieve regulatory compliance a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing health and safety programs, overseeing compliance, conducting risk assessments, and guiding a talented team while enhancing client relationships and driving...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Champion a culture of safety by leading health and safety initiatives, managing compliance programs, and driving business development. Collaborate with industry leaders to enhance project outcomes and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Manage and lead health and safety projects, overseeing compliance program implementation and risk assessments across various industrial operations while fostering client relationships and team collabo...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of industrial health and safety. Lead projects, manage compliance programs, and develop strategies while collaborating with industry leaders to enhance safety pra...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle complex geotechnical projects, including seismic assessments and infrastructure development. Grow your expertise while contributing to innovative solutions in land develo...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative geotechnical solutions in a dynamic environment, supporting diverse projects from land development to seismic assessments. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your expertis...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $110K *

Grow your career by managing diverse environmental projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet client needs while mentoring junior staff and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects, ensuring collaboration across disciplines while delivering high-quality results. Engage with clients and mentor junior staff, driving project succes...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $110K *

Champion environmental project success by managing scopes, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring junior staff...

Edmonton, ABRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $110K *

Transform environmental projects by managing scopes, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring junior staff and dr...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $155K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering designs for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, ensuring project quality and timelines while mentoring...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading civil engineering design efforts for diverse water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, quality, and effective project deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Transform water infrastructure projects by leading civil design efforts, managing teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative solution...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the design and development of water/wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with diverse engineering teams in a dyn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.