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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$140K - $160K *

Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $113K *

Contribute to project success by managing cost and schedule for plant outages. Collaborate with project teams to analyze budgets, track progress, and ensure timely reporting, all while adhering to pro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic design team to provide expert structural engineering support for advanced manufacturing facilities, collaborating with fellow engineers and clients to deliver innovative design solution...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in right of way negotiations and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing land-related legal issues. Collaborate with stakeholders to secure permits and resolv...

Tucson, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing land acquisitions and right of way negotiations. Utilize your expertise in property valuation and legal compliance to support construction projects while ensur...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $164K *

Pioneer innovative solar designs for utility-scale projects, leading teams to optimize high-level concepts into actionable plans. Engage with clients and ensure quality standards while contributing to...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear licensing by preparing critical applications and evaluations for facilities handling special nuclear material, ensuring compliance with regulatory stan...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $123K *

Lead critical bridge inspections and collaborate with engineers to ensure safety and compliance. Engage in emergency responses, prepare detailed reports, and support project scoping within a dynamic t...

Portage, MIRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead Protection & Controls projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables and effective customer coordination. Collaborate with teams to manage project risks and del...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering electric vehicle service center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and timelines while managing documentation, onboarding, and project tracking in a fast-pace...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$121K - $156K *

Join a team that's shaping urban transportation infrastructure by leading innovative rail and transit projects. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality designs and manage client relatio...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower mining projects by leading instrumentation and controls engineering efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence in design, a...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of utility design by leading a team in joint-use and electrical distribution projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety standards while fostering client relationships...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $144K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing advanced building automation systems for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance while managing teams and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead innovative geotechnical engineering projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions for transportation, hydroelectric, and civil infrastructure. Drive design, analysis...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving the design and deployment of AVEVA MES projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality solutions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance user adoption...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $143K *

Lead the charge in developing structural designs using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to create detailed drawings and resolve design challenges, ensuring timely...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to evaluate and enhance data center construction feasibility. Leverage your expertise to assess sites, identify risks, and influence project decisions, ensuring efficient and safe...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project analytics. Utilize your expertise in budgeting, cost forecasting, and collaboration to ensure project financial integrity and support Project Managers i...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $118K *

Lead the design and development of substation and transmission line projects, collaborating with engineers and project teams to deliver high-quality civil site designs and ensure compliance with regul...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of project management for transmission and substation projects, leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while ensuring client satisfaction and fostering...

San Diego, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative geotechnical solutions, coordinating strategic relationships with engineering firms, and managing key projects to drive sales growth and ensure technical feasi...

Arkansas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $229K *

Champion the design and delivery of high-voltage transmission line projects, providing technical leadership and project management expertise while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards ac...

Meridian, IDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$141K - $184K *

Lead the design of high voltage transmission lines, utilizing advanced engineering techniques and PLS-CADD software. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver comprehensive project documentat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.