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 *

Advance on-site construction operations by leading diverse teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining project schedules and budgets across various projects...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $121K *

Accelerate progress at our manufacturing campus by leading capital projects that enhance operations and drive efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results from conc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Advance your career by supporting our Water Resources design team on diverse projects, including drainage, potable water, and wastewater infrastructure. Collaborate with experienced engineers in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as an AI Engineer, driving innovation by building and deploying advanced AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to integrate AI capabilities into workflows, ensuring reliability...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Develop scalable AI solutions integrating enterprise data sources, enhancing workflows and driving innovation across business initiatives. Collaborate with architects to ensure performance and reliabi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $146K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in industrial water/wastewater projects, leveraging 7+ years of engineering expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and optimize treatmen...

4 weeks ago

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

$74K - $111K *

Innovate safer transportation systems by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing mobility and safety across all travel modes. Leverage your engineering expertise to impact communities through coll...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality designs in drainage, stormwater management, and stream restoration across diverse inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead and deliver complex water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management, erosion control, and hydrology. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions and advance your c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex water resources projects, managing teams, and delivering innovative solutions in drainage, hydrology, and stream restoration. Join us to make a significant impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $132K *

Lead the charge in shaping engineering excellence for electrical products, driving new product development and value engineering efforts while ensuring technical accuracy and collaboration across mult...

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

$96K - $132K *

Oversee technical ownership of product families while leading engineering efforts for new product development and value engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strong documentation, accu...

Reposted yesterday

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

$80K - $89K *

Shape the future of environmental resilience by conducting fieldwork and supporting project execution in a dynamic team. Your contributions will enhance site investigations and remediation efforts whi...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence in mechanical engineering. You'll apply your expertise to diverse projects, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to impactful solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead and optimize sustainable water solutions, managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance and technical quality for public agencies and utility clients...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Empower your career by managing innovative bridge design projects. Collaborate with engineers and clients to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions, while mentoring a talented team in a support...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Manage bridge design projects, including ODOT-type designs, while mentoring junior team members. Collaborate with transportation engineers on various structural initiatives, ensuring project success a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $176K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by leveraging lean methods and analytical skills. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity, resolve issues, and design efficient layouts, ensuring quality and ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to environmental excellence and compliance! Drive sustainability initiatives and lead critical programs while ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a proactive s...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping California's environmental landscape as a Noise and Vibration Specialist. Leverage your expertise in CEQA and NEPA projects while managing diverse technical studies and ment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $180K *

Shape the future of sustainable mining by leveraging your engineering expertise to optimize processes and enhance product quality at our upcoming facility. Join us in preparing for a groundbreaking st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $154K *

Elevate geotechnical engineering practices by providing expert analysis and oversight for diverse transportation projects, ensuring compliance with state standards and enhancing project safety and eff...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Engage your expertise as an Intermediate Hydrogeologist, leading hydrogeological investigations and data analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle groundwater challenges and deliver...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive the future of site civil engineering by leading diverse projects, managing client relationships, and fostering team collaboration. Shape impactful solutions for a variety of sectors, guiding pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Lead hydrogeology projects, managing field investigations and modeling studies. Utilize your expertise to support mining and environmental initiatives, ensuring technical quality and effective communi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.