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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$88K - $147K *

Collaborate on wastewater process projects, enhancing system planning, design, and optimization. Utilize engineering skills to support projects and maintain client relations, all while ensuring effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Unlock the potential of environmental compliance by leading complex permitting projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure regulatory adherence and drive project success across the DC Metro are...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Take ownership of complex environmental permitting projects, ensuring compliance with federal and local regulations. Collaborate with engineering and program teams to drive project approvals and maint...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading complex environmental permitting projects. Drive compliance, engage with agencies, and mentor junior staff while ensuring project success across the DC Metro area. Your...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative water treatment solutions as the primary technical contact for clients. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to lead the tender process, ensuring competitive proposals that...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading hydro turbine design and engineering projects, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $170K *

Lead transformative engineering initiatives by overseeing multi-disciplinary teams, establishing standards, and ensuring technical excellence in water supply infrastructure management while engaging w...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform environmental challenges into opportunities by managing diverse projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovative solutions while enhancing client relations...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative environmental solutions by managing projects, conducting analyses, overseeing teams, and engaging clients while ensuring rigorous adherence to regulations and budgets, promoting re...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to innovative site development solutions for large-scale solar and energy storage projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance civil engineering expertise and ensure high-qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower communities by leading transportation infrastructure projects that enhance mobility and safety. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions from design...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower the engineering landscape by overseeing diverse civil projects, including airfields and municipal designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships to deliver q...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading geotechnical engineering projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth. Collaborate with senior management to enhance client relationships and ensure technical...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by leading projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth. Collaborate with senior management to enhance client relationships...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading EHS initiatives at a manufacturing site. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and develop a high-performing team to enhance environmental health and safety standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $203K *

Elevate safety and environmental standards by ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate on injury prevention and health initiatives while analyzing complex data to foster a strong ESH culture...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $87K *

Shape environmental solutions by conducting assessments and remediations. Collaborate with engineers and scientists on diverse projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering impactful results...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $87K *

Shape the future of environmental consulting by conducting assessments, analyzing data, and developing remediation strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle challenging projects across the...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to evaluating subsurface data and collaborating on environmental projects. You'll oversee field investigations, prepare reports, and ensure quality standards while mentori...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in evaluating subsurface data to assess environmental conditions. Collaborate with engineering teams, oversee field testing, and prepare detailed reports for projects of moderate compl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to environmental assessments by evaluating subsurface data, generating maps, and collaborating with engineers. Oversee field testing and prepare detailed reports, ensuring quality and safet...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $145K *

Drive impactful water/wastewater projects by leveraging your expertise in planning, design, and technical analysis. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions within budget and ti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $140K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading design and delivery of urban transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and mentor junior e...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Join our team to lead environmental services in the mining sector, driving impactful programs that enhance community resilience and achieve ESG targets. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to delive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $200K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as an Environmental Planning Engineer, where you'll enhance AI-driven solutions for infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance while shaping...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.