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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of passenger rail by leading mechanical systems integration and validation. Collaborate with suppliers and clients to ensure compliance and deliver manufacturable designs for refurbis...

Montreal, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $195K *

Lead transformative substation projects by guiding engineering teams, ensuring quality, and fostering client relationships. Utilize your expertise to develop innovative designs and deliver exceptional...

Mansfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Explore your career by building strategic partnerships in the life sciences sector. Drive account growth, develop client relationships, and connect with key stakeholders to enhance business opportunit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $165K *

Pioneer innovative hydropower solutions as a Senior Structural Engineer, leading multi-disciplinary teams on diverse projects from design to completion, ensuring high-quality engineering and project s...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading high-voltage substation design projects, ensuring quality engineering solutions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project specifications and tim...

Montreal, QCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $108K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and energy utilities by leading proposal development, coordinating resources, and implementing winning strategies. Collaborate with experts to create imp...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of regulatory support for pharmaceutical programs, managing IND and NDA submissions, health authority interactions, and lifecycle maintenance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding sensitive health information while enhancing security across cloud and application environments. As a Senior Security Engineer, you'll design and implement...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $170K *

Champion comprehensive technical and legal vetting of real estate assets, ensuring seamless transitions from site selection to construction. Lead due diligence efforts, navigate regulatory hurdles, an...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by providing exceptional technical support and solutions for centrifugal and vacuum pumps, ensuring seamless operations and sustainable equipment performance across dive...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $205K *

Shape the future of electric power projects by providing expert development support, technical evaluations, and engineering design reviews. Collaborate with clients to optimize project outcomes while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer operations by designing integrated material flow solutions. Analyze data, map processes, and create layouts that enhance efficiency across functional areas, ensuring seamless order...

Louisville, KYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $283K *

Transform transit operations by leading complex Automatic Train Supervision initiatives. Drive collaboration across technical and operational teams, ensuring system performance and reliability for maj...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $175K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on environmental assessment and remediation. Lead projects from investigation to closure, collaborating across disciplines to tackle complex environmental...

New York, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$59K - $106K *

Drive high-voltage transmission line design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to execute technical tasks, prepare documentation, and enha...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion the delivery of civil works and architectural projects, overseeing contractors and ensuring high-quality execution from site prep to completion. Leverage your expertise to manage complex site...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Elevate your career by investigating complex electrical failures, providing expert analyses, and collaborating with a national team in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive results for diverse clients...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $124K *

Join us to lead the acquisition and management of right of way agreements for fiber optic projects across North America, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful negotiation...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $153K *

Transform healthcare safety by leading multi-hospital engagements, applying High Reliability Organization principles, and driving operational improvements to enhance patient care and trust across dive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing roofing systems through technical expertise. Oversee field operations, manage contractor relationships, and ensure quality service while driving sales growth...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$72K - $138K *

Unlock your potential as an Intermediate I&C Engineer, designing and maintaining systems for nuclear and commercial projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance with industry...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that crafts impactful proposals for the Commercial Construction market, ensuring they meet ABB's standards of Clean, Competitive, Compliant, and Compelling, while fostering collaboration a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $230K *

Architect system-level requirements and verification plans for a complex aerospace program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coherent design and integration across multiple engineerin...

Huntsville, ALRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.