Resident Engineer Jobs

Explore resident engineer jobs for experienced engineering professionals who oversee work in the field and help ensure projects meet technical specifications, schedules, and quality standards. Resident engineers are commonly engaged in construction, transportation, utilities, and infrastructure projects, coordinating between owners, contractors, design teams, and public agencies.

What Does a Resident Engineer Do?

Resident engineers represent the owner or engineering team at a project site. They review plans and submittals, monitor construction progress, document field conditions, assess compliance with contract requirements, and help resolve technical issues. Depending on the project, they may supervise inspectors, coordinate testing, track changes, and prepare progress reports.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek a degree in civil engineering or a related discipline, relevant field experience, and strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and project documentation. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure may be required or preferred, particularly for roles involving engineering judgment or public infrastructure. Communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate stakeholders are also important.

Resident Engineer Career Opportunities

Resident engineers can find opportunities with engineering consultancies, construction firms, government agencies, and infrastructure owners. Specializations may include highways, bridges, rail, water and wastewater, energy, and large commercial developments. Responsibilities and requirements vary by employer, project type, location, and level of seniority.

Find Resident Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for resident engineer opportunities and explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, qualifications, project scope, and location to find a role that fits your experience and career goals.

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$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical leader in utility substation engineering, driving quality standards and innovative solutions for complex projects while mentoring a growing team and collabo...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading complex high-voltage protection and control projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical governance across utilities. Collaborate on innovative solutions that...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to high voltage substation projects by providing technical governance, mentoring engineers, and solving complex protection and control challenges from design to completion...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of engineering by delivering innovative solutions and managing complex projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical expertise while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring co...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver innovative design solutions for power utility projects across North America, ensuring quality, compliance, and continuous improvement w...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $275K *

Champion innovation in aerospace as a technical authority, leading system architecture and integration for advanced interceptor products while ensuring mission success and technical integrity across m...

Huntsville, ALRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading hydro turbine design and engineering projects, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Grow your career with us as you lead accounting operations, manage audits, and contribute to financial strategies while collaborating with senior leadership in a remote role...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to power system studies for high-voltage substations, ensuring reliability and compliance. Collaborate with engineers, support project documentation, and drive continuous improvement initia...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project success by developing precise cost estimates for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with teams to analyze costs, prepare reports, and guide projects from concept to delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovation by deploying and troubleshooting advanced IP networks in diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to integrate cutting-edge security technologies while ensuring seamless connectiv...

Devault, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading environmental permitting for diverse energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance and efficiency...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $135K *

Lead complex civil engineering projects, overseeing planning, design, and maintenance of municipal systems. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure project success while developing entry-lev...

Durham, NCRemote

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

$91K - $114K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team as you manage project documentation, coordinate timelines, and drive innovative solutions while fostering a collaborative environment and mentoring others...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading risk management initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to assess project risks, and developing comprehensive risk strategies. Engage clients and enhance your exp...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $108K *

Drive successful project execution by managing customer projects from quotation to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Contribute to the compliance framework and processes for regulated facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve regulatory commitment while ensuring safe and efficient operations o...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance and security excellence by driving NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP initiatives. Partner with clients to ensure federal authorization, author vital documents, and manage multiple A&A projec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $170K *

Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize design processes and lead a team of Design Leads to ensure high-quality project deliverables. Collaborate with project managers to balance resources, enforce design standards, and drive conti...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $205K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality standards for heavy industrial construction projects. Oversee QA/QC processes, conduct audits, and support contractors to enhance performance and safety throughout...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading complex, multi-billion-dollar power generation projects. Oversee all phases from development to execution, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while foste...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as a Reliability Engineer, enhancing heavy equipment performance through analysis and maintenance improvements. Collaborate with field crews to boost uptime and implement reliabili...

Alberta, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of bulk power system reliability by leading strategic assessments, performance analysis, and data integration. Drive innovative methodologies and collaborate with multidisciplinar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive field engineering excellence by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting cutting-edge hardware systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design and ensure reliable operations in dyn...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a resident engineer?question toggle

    A resident engineer is an engineering professional assigned to a project site to oversee construction or implementation, monitor compliance with plans and contract requirements, and coordinate technical matters among project stakeholders.

  • What industries hire resident engineers?question toggle

    Resident engineers are hired across construction, transportation, utilities, public works, and infrastructure. Common projects include roads, bridges, rail systems, water facilities, and commercial developments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for resident engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a degree in civil engineering or a related field, relevant project-site experience, and knowledge of construction standards and documentation. Some positions require or prefer a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

  • What is the difference between a resident engineer and a project engineer?question toggle

    A resident engineer is generally based at the project site and focuses on field oversight, construction compliance, and coordination. A project engineer may work across planning, design, procurement, or execution and may not be stationed on site.

  • How can I find resident engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, location, compensation, and project responsibilities to identify suitable opportunities.