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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$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

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovative water resource solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, project management, and technical support, ensuring effective stormwater planning...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $187K *

Take ownership of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, applying your engineering expertise to ensure compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams, manage project components, and engage clie...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $195K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the planning and delivery of water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure compliance, and drive business development while managing significa...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative wastewater engineering projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to design and implement high-quality infrastructure solutions while ensuring exceptio...

3 days ago

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

$83K - $91K *

Oversee and innovate engineering solutions for site development projects. Lead dynamic teams in analysis, design, and client presentations, while mentoring staff to achieve excellence and maintain reg...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project delivery by managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to lead teams, mitigate risks, and maintain quality control througho...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Advance environmental planning by preparing CEQA and NEPA documentation for diverse projects. Collaborate with specialists to evaluate impacts and draft mitigation measures, ensuring compliance and su...

4 weeks ago

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

$81K - $105K *

Lead the charge in environmental science by managing complex projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver innovative solutions across...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Transform project execution in the water treatment industry by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, schedules, and supplier negotiations to ensure successful project delivery and customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $102K *

Shape the future of environmental practices by leading projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring staff. Drive growth and innovation while ensuring compliance with regulations and deliveri...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive safety excellence by managing H&S programs, training staff, and ensuring compliance across operations. Collaborate with teams to foster a proactive safety culture and continuously improve manage...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Transform capital projects by leading execution from concept to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and operational efficiency. Drive process improvements and collaborate cross-functionally t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer process improvements and lead capital projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and quality while managing project lifecycle...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $118K *

Pioneer innovative civil engineering solutions for municipal infrastructure projects. Lead design and delivery of water, wastewater, and road systems while managing project timelines and budgets to st...

Terrace, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $118K *

Drive impactful civil engineering solutions for municipal infrastructure, managing projects from design to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community resilience and su...

Smithers, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $213K *

Lead the Environmental Testing team, ensuring compliance and data integrity while managing test campaigns and collaborating with engineering teams to meet production milestones and enhance testing cap...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful electrical design initiatives by applying expertise in project management and coordination, ensuring compliance with industry standards for healthcare and commercial projects while le...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to civil engineering excellence, supporting project teams in design and management for power generation, mining, and industrial site development. Collaborate across discip...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives across operations, overseeing programs to ensure regulatory adherence while championing waste reduction and resource...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $147K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community infrastructure through expert design, construction, and inspection of development projects. Collaborate with engineers and developers to ensure comp...

3 weeks ago

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

$114K - $191K *

Unlock potential by leading mechanical design teams on innovative industrial water projects. Collaborate with experts globally to deliver optimal solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilitie...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor emerging engineers, and drive business development while ensuring quality an...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $98K *

Support engineering projects by collaborating with teams to design effective stormwater management systems and erosion control measures, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering profession...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.