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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$140K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your hydrotechnical expertise to deliver sustainable engineering solutions. Collaborate on diverse hydropower projects, ensuring compliance and excellence in hydraulic d...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering sustainable engineering solutions. As a Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer, you'll conduct assessments, perform hydraulic designs, and collaborate on large-scale...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Lead the charge in delivering sustainable hydrotechnical solutions, conducting assessments, and collaborating on multimillion-dollar projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Drive innovative hydrotechnical engineering solutions, conducting assessments and designs for hydropower projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-qualit...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Drive innovative hydrotechnical solutions by leveraging expertise in hydraulic design and modeling. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and delivering...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and grow utility engineering services, managing teams and projects to deliver critical transportation infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to resolve conflicts and ensure pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage as the civil technical lead on-site for a major power project, ensuring compliance with specifications, addressing technical queries, and managing civil documentation. Collaborate closely with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Transform land development projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with municipal standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions whil...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative water resources engineering solutions, leading multidisciplinary teams in the planning and execution of municipal and urban infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and sustain...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate water resources engineering by leading innovative projects that drive municipal and urban development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design sustainable solutions from concept to...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $93K *

Support groundwater resource management and hydrogeological projects across Canada. Engage in investigations, assessments, and regulatory approvals, contributing technical expertise throughout the pro...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $101K *

Shape the future of public water systems by leading engineering functions, providing expert guidance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive project management and enhance community health th...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing hydraulic engineering support for pipeline and terminal projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses using advan...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Innovate solutions in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal performance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead hydraulic engineering efforts for pipeline and facility projects, conducting steady state and transient analyses using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deli...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert hydraulic engineering solutions for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal design and perf...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal design and perf...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by providing expert analysis and support for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize designs and ensure complian...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by providing expert analysis and support for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions in the...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by providing hydraulic engineering support for pipeline and terminal projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and maintenance of critical water systems for advanced scientific facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of coolin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$46K - $128K *

Develop and sustain health and safety programs, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze hazards and drive continuous improvement in environmental an...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$46K - $128K *

Champion safety and compliance by executing health and safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and reliable outcomes...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform environmental project delivery by leading multi-disciplinary teams, coordinating permitting processes, and enhancing client relationships across diverse sectors such as transportation, renew...

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

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.