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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by managing multidisciplinary projects aimed at designing and optimizing state-of-the-art water/wastewater treatment systems, ensuring compliance with industry...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $127K *

Empower innovative water resources solutions by conducting design and analysis for transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance stormwater management and drainage syste...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water treatment and PFAS solutions. Leverage your expertise to lead technical projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and drive innovative solutions for muni...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and compliance in a fast-paced FDA regulated environment. Leverage your EHS expertise to drive initiatives, manage permits, and mentor staff...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping municipal infrastructure projects, enhancing water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage project budgets, and mentor junior engineers to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive capital project execution and engineering improvements in a manufacturing facility. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, budget, and schedule while en...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $104K *

Engage in civil engineering for utility systems, overseeing development projects, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with stakeholders. Drive project success through inspections, planning, and effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Lead and manage diverse environmental projects across the US, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships to achieve project goals...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Shape environmental impact assessment strategies for major projects. Cultivate stakeholder relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams while driving compliance with regulatory standards to ensure s...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Advance sustainable solutions by leading diverse hydrogeologic investigations, collaborating with clients to improve waste management and environmental stewardship. Drive impactful projects across mul...

Reposted today

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

$170K - $200K *

Champion the growth of a new Water/Wastewater practice in California, leveraging your extensive engineering expertise and client relationships to drive strategic development and revenue generation whi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in establishing a new Water/Wastewater practice across California, driving strategic growth, client relationships, and project oversight while mentoring a multidisciplinary team to del...

San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Join us in leading the growth of a new Water/Wastewater practice across California. This role combines technical expertise with client development to establish a trusted engineering service provider i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the growth of a new Water/Wastewater practice in California, leveraging your extensive engineering expertise and client relationships to drive strategic development, revenue generation, and op...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Transform the future of water/wastewater engineering by leading practice growth, client development, and strategic initiatives across California. Leverage your expertise to establish a trusted enginee...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in expanding a Water/Wastewater practice. Drive strategic development, client relationships, and project oversight while leveraging your expertise to establish...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine infrastructure by leading electrical design for water/wastewater projects. You'll provide technical guidance, enhance client relationships, and drive business development initiatives, ensuri...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$89K - $118K *

Transform communities by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative water and wastewater solutions. Leverage your expertise in mechanical process design to enhance critical infrastructure and suppor...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore opportunities to manage technical aspects of the AEGIS Weapon System. Lead a team, track technical debt, and produce insightful metrics and reports to enhance mission success within a dynamic...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you tackle complex electrical engineering challenges, providing critical support for advanced water management systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that empowers engineering excellence by providing critical electrical support for complex water management systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency through innovative design, troublesh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced water resource engineering projects across North America. Drive mentorship, collaboration, and innovative design solutions in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $135K *

Manage all phases of engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring technical and commercial alignment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resources, maintain documenta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $118K *

Innovate drainage solutions by leading design and construction management for stormwater infrastructure. Collaborate with city departments and supervise engineering staff to ensure effective project e...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform water resources engineering by leading innovative projects and mentoring talent. Collaborate with experts to expand services and drive client engagement in the Kansas City region, making a s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.