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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving process optimization and project execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams for continuous impr...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $125K *

Drive process optimization and operational excellence in manufacturing, collaborating across teams to enhance product quality and efficiency. Leverage engineering expertise to analyze data, troublesho...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team of civil engineers to lead innovative infrastructure projects, from planning to execution. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance community development and ensure sustainable so...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion environmental compliance by leading initiatives across multiple facilities. Drive regulatory adherence, develop programs, and collaborate with teams to enhance environmental performance while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead environmental compliance initiatives across multiple facilities. Drive regulatory excellence, support permitting processes, and enhance environmental programs while col...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $143K *

Advance your career by providing essential water services, including planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Collaborate on diverse projects addressing both routine and complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead innovative bridge design projects, providing technical expertise and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions on time...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Manage diverse project teams in a dynamic environment, ensuring successful project execution, quality, and client satisfaction while upholding health and safety standards across all phases of the proj...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive infrastructure stability by maintaining and enhancing global platforms, ensuring performance, security, and resilience across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate on projects and join...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform global infrastructure stability by providing hands-on support for servers, networks, cloud environments, and disaster recovery solutions while driving modernisation and standardisation effor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global infrastructure by providing technical expertise in cloud and on-premise environments. Develop, maintain, and secure server, storage, and network systems to ensure...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing a robust global infrastructure platform, ensuring high availability and performance across cloud and on-prem environments. Contribute your technical expert...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic battery product...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $194K *

Lead the charge in advancing wastewater solutions by collaborating with municipal clients to develop sustainable infrastructure and innovative nutrient management strategies, ensuring compliance and r...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $131K *

Explore opportunities to enhance workplace safety and environmental compliance. Lead EHS initiatives, develop policies, and collaborate with teams to drive effective risk management and sustainable pr...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $131K *

Lead efforts to ensure EHS compliance and promote a safe workplace by integrating risk management strategies and training across multiple teams in alignment with regulations and best practices...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage the Mechanical Engineering group, driving project success through effective resource allocation, supervision of staff, and quality assurance processes, while ensuring client satisfaction and fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage the Mechanical Engineering group, overseeing project execution, resource allocation, and client communication while ensuring high-quality standards, staff development, and departmental performa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $91K *

Lead impactful public works projects by inspecting construction, assisting with CAD, and preparing plans for municipal clients. Collaborate across service lines while gaining valuable project manageme...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex geology and hydrogeology projects, focusing on environmental remediation. Utilize your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while dr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $209K *

Manage and lead environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering client relationships and team engagement. Drive business development and oversee multi-disciplinary teams in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in healthcare engineering by managing complex projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing facility operations to enhance patient care and safety across diverse engin...

2 days ago

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

$157K - $208K *

Transform wastewater management by leading strategic policy initiatives, overseeing asset management, and fostering stakeholder engagement to enhance Denver's infrastructure and sustainability efforts...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the design and management of diverse water resource projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for stormwater ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.