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 *

Engage in forensic investigations of construction incidents, applying your extensive management experience to analyze procedures and provide expert testimony. Collaborate with industry experts while c...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead engineering projects by optimizing resources, ensuring operational efficiency, and managing client expectations. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results while maintaining project t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Support multi-discipline design projects by performing site evaluations, stormwater management, and engineering reporting, while coordinating with regulatory standards and local ordinances to facilita...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Empower project success by leading geotechnical engineering initiatives, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality reports and designs while fostering client relationships a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing complex geotechnical and geostructural projects. Lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure timely delivery while fostering client relationships in a dynamic, coll...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage and support capital projects in pharmaceutical environments, ensuring effective execution of construction, commissioning, and startup activities while collaborating with internal teams and cont...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $127K *

Shape the future of civil and military infrastructure projects by leading design efforts, establishing criteria, and coordinating comprehensive plans for diverse projects, ensuring quality and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering design for wastewater projects, guiding teams through complex infrastructure challenges while mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality solutions for municipal clients...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead engineering design and project teams for wastewater treatment solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables and mentoring staff while collaborating across regions to support municipal infrastruct...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Shape the future of fuel processing by leading engineering initiatives, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in a dynamic in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining our team to drive innovative civil engineering projects. Collaborate on diverse site development initiatives, ensuring compliance and excellence in design while contribu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Help us shape the future of energy by leveraging your civil engineering expertise in a collaborative environment, focusing on power plant and industrial project design, analysis, and site development...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $182K *

Champion environmental assessments and project management, leading technical execution for large-scale transportation and municipal contracts. Leverage your expertise to mentor teams and ensure compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by managing site assessments, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Collaborate across services while supporting business development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by managing assessments, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Collaborate across services while supporting business development and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing hydrogeological projects and a water quality sampling program. Supervise a team, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide technical expertise in environmental monitoring a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $150K *

Shape the future of safety in a dynamic environment by developing and enhancing EHS programs. Collaborate across teams to foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations w...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $150K *

Champion a culture of safety by developing and enhancing EHS programs across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in health and safety pra...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $141K *

Drive process innovation and improvement initiatives to enhance extrusion and converting operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quality solutions and cost-effective methods t...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $155K *

Deliver comprehensive environmental compliance solutions for air, wastewater, and stormwater management. Collaborate with clients and lead your team in audits, permit preparation, and project executio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Transform the future of civil engineering by leading innovative site development projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver sustainable solutions in renewables and environmental consulting a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $95K *

Elevate community standards by ensuring compliance with water quality, conservation, and wastewater regulations. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to promote sustainable practices and protect publ...

2 weeks ago

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

$96K - $144K *

Take ownership of complex geotechnical projects, leveraging your expertise and leadership to exceed client expectations while developing client relationships and driving business growth...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $147K *

Lead complex civil engineering projects, fostering teamwork and effective communication. Utilize technical expertise in design, traffic, and construction engineering while managing budgets and timelin...

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of health and safety by leading compliance initiatives and promoting safe practices in environmental consulting. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure rigorous safety measures acro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.