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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$76K - $98K *

Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by designing stormwater management systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $101K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources engineering. As a Civil Staff Engineer (EIT), you'll support diverse projects, applying design techniques and collaborating with experts to del...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead impactful civil engineering projects that enhance communities and protect the environment. You'll mentor junior staff, manage diverse projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $201K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and innovation while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle diverse geostructural and construction projects, enhancing infrastructure through innovative design and analysis. Collaborate with experienced professionals while develop...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $147K *

Help us drive innovative solutions in water/wastewater engineering while leading projects and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to improve utility infrastructure and treatment processes...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance water filtration technology. Leverage your engineering expertise to support production, drive process improvements, and mentor engineers in a fast-paced manufacturing en...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $125K *

Empower innovation in water filtration by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance production processes, mentor teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your engineering career by managing projects from conception to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance manufacturing operations across multiple sites while ensuring compliance a...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Elevate your career by leading complex environmental review projects, guiding clients through the CEQR process, and managing multidisciplinary teams. Contribute to business development and mentor juni...

2 weeks ago

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

$66K - $101K *

Transform the future of water resources by supporting civil engineering projects. Collaborate with project teams to deliver innovative solutions for dams, bridges, and fish facilities, ensuring succes...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $101K *

Launch your career as a Civil Staff Engineer, supporting diverse water resources projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers to apply design techniques and deliver impactful solutions for federal...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $101K *

Join a dynamic team as you support civil engineering projects, applying design techniques and modeling methods to deliver impactful water resources solutions for diverse clients, including federal age...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $158K *

Advance your career by managing environmental projects and analyzing legislation. This role involves collaboration on clean water, climate change, and regulatory initiatives, ensuring impactful soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $107K *

Champion industrial safety initiatives by providing expert guidance and support to project teams. Assess safety program implementation, ensure compliance with regulations, and develop solutions for co...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$57K - $127K *

Engage with us to provide electrical engineering support for complex power and water facilities. This entry-level role offers growth through hands-on experience, mentoring, and the potential for accel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Manage engineering analyses and coordinate design for complex electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver reliable power services while mentoring junior staff and overs...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Collaborate with a team of experts on complex hydrogeological projects globally, developing innovative groundwater models. Influence mining operations by addressing critical water management challenge...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $90K *

Optimize project design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on water resources and municipal projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and client engagement throughout the project li...

Reposted today

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

$72K - $90K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and manage diverse water resources and municipal projects, enhancing community infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and client eng...

Reposted today

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

$135K - $180K *

Champion multidisciplinary projects by leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative solutions in solid waste management and design. Collaborate effectively with clients an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $102K *

Join us to lead innovative water/wastewater engineering projects, utilizing your expertise in infrastructure design, data analytics, and collaborative problem-solving to enhance community resilience a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $101K *

Drive innovative HVAC and plumbing designs for diverse projects, ensuring compliance with standards while managing multiple tasks. Lead teams to deliver exceptional engineering solutions that enhance...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $101K *

Lead mechanical design initiatives, managing HVAC and plumbing projects, while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and maintain client relationships for optimal...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $101K *

Join us to lead mechanical engineering projects, focusing on HVAC and plumbing design for diverse building types. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standar...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 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.