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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$90K - $110K *

Lead the design and management of municipal water/wastewater projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions while promoting safety and e...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver innovative land development solutions, balancing client needs and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with engineers and planners to create impactful projects that enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $120K *

Contribute to successful construction projects by providing engineering oversight, quality control and effective communication while ensuring adherence to design specifications and safety standards in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design and implementation of EHS programs, ensuring compliance and safety across the organization. Analyze data, manage initiatives, and collaborate with teams to enhance workplace safety an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K *

Elevate your career with a leading engineering firm, providing technical leadership in stormwater management. Drive project success while mentoring staff and expanding service offerings in a collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $155K *

Ensure environmental compliance by developing and implementing plans for waste management, inspections, and reporting in a secure facility, supporting mission-critical operations with a focus on safet...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $159K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive water services, from planning to construction, addressing diverse drinking water system needs while mentoring staff and engaging with clients and the communit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing and delivering vital Capital Improvement Program projects, enhancing infrastructure across the community. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and efficiency fro...

2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $125K *

Empower innovative solutions in civil engineering by collaborating on renewable energy projects, dam removals, and stream restorations. Engage in diverse tasks from design to construction support whil...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $125K *

Transform infrastructure through innovative designs and support for various civil projects. Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team on dam removals, energy projects, and more, ensuring imp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $125K *

Drive innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on dam removals, renewable energy, and stream restorations. Engage in all project stages...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $133K *

Empower innovative geotechnical solutions as you lead diverse projects, manage teams, and engage with clients. Collaborate across functions to deliver high-quality engineering analysis and design on i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $140K *

Lead multi-disciplinary water resources projects, enhancing client relationships and driving project delivery while empowering junior engineers and developing project management expertise...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Grow your career with us by applying your engineering expertise to complex drainage and stormwater projects. Collaborate with teams to design, evaluate, and implement innovative solutions while ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead environmental projects, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships. Drive growth in a fast-paced environment while managing diverse projects in land development, tr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by managing complex environmental compliance programs for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, lead teams, and ensure adherence to regulations whil...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $201K *

Unlock your potential by leading electrical design for impactful water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, provide expert guidance, and drive business growth while enhancing technical...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$85K - $120K *

Drive impactful roadway and civil infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative designs and solutions while mentoring junior staff and ensuring adherence to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by managing complex highway projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver innovative designs and collaborate across disciplines in a...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality and efficiency in roadway and bridge projects while mentorin...

1 week ago

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

$102K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert geologic consulting for diverse environmental projects. Oversee investigations, analyze data, and ensure compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead complex environmental projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing geologic consulting services. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $130K *

Engage in complex environmental projects by providing geologic consulting, leading investigations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop remediation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $92K *

Unlock manufacturing excellence by analyzing processes, enhancing workflows, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions that boost efficiency, qualit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage municipal engineering projects, develop client relationships, and deliver quality solutions in water resources. Collaborate with professionals to enhance infrastructu...

Reposted today

  •   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.