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 *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional post-sales technical support for federal clients. You'll troubleshoot complex systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure seamless ope...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support comprehensive cost monitoring and reporting for a major infrastructure project, overseeing budgets, compliance, and stakeholder collaboration while ensuring data accuracy and financial integri...

Montreal, QCRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the coordination and management of design models across software platforms, establishing BIM standards and schedules. Review models for accuracy, identify conflicts, and support project develo...

Plano, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative HVAC systems for data centers, ensuring efficiency and reliability. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while enjoying remote flexibility and opportu...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative HVAC designs for data centers. Collaborate globally on high-impact projects, ensuring energy efficiency and system reliability while advancing your career in a d...

Arlington, VARemote

1 month ago

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

$91K - $146K *

Shape the future of turbine automation in a dynamic team, driving tailored solutions while ensuring project quality, safety standards, and customer engagement. Leverage your expertise to transform des...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical sales and support initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful deployments and enhance customer adoption of innovative r...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Accelerate your career as you manage inventory accounting and cash flows, ensuring accuracy across multiple business units. Collaborate with finance and supply chain teams to identify risks and opport...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you lead engineering teams in high voltage substation projects, ensuring quality and efficiency from design to completion while collaborating with key stakeholders and managin...

Maine, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $195K *

Drive your career with impactful substation design projects, collaborating on utility systems from 12 kV to 500 kV. Leverage your expertise to enhance grid modernization and renewable energy integrati...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of utility-scale transmission projects. Oversee contractor activities, ensure quality installations, and foster strong relationships while managing project logist...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive product strategy and growth for switchgear, ensuring market competitiveness and profitability while collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve long-term busin...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading security engagements, assessing architectures, and enhancing compliance. Collaborate with top professionals to identify risks and implement best practices, ensuring rob...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $205K *

Drive modernization of nuclear power plants by leading and supporting control projects, coordinating across disciplines, and ensuring technical execution to enhance operational efficiency and client s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Lead the execution of fleet telematics programs across North America, ensuring timely mobilization and quality assurance. Build processes that streamline operations while managing client relationships...

United StatesRemote

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

$132K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key technical leader, bridging engineering and enterprise architecture to eliminate adoption friction and enhance cloud-native infrastructure and AI platform deploymen...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic sourcing for high-voltage equipment, leading cross-functional teams to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier relationships, driving operational success and profitability acros...

Coppell, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion portfolio-level construction delivery for 3-5 data centers, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution while managing risk across multiple sites. Partner with teams to drive success in a high-grow...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Drive the implementation of the Radar Surveillance Replacement program by serving as a field engineer, ensuring successful installation and consultation at critical airport sites while collaborating w...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $170K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions for DOJ/BOP facilities, providing expert analysis and support for HVAC systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making through technical docu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $200K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence across multiple campuses, ensuring robust design, validation, and energization of critical infrastructure while integrating onsite generation solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Oversee the execution of multiple utility-scale solar and BESS projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while managing contractor performance and maintaining safety and quality standards across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive optimization solutions for workforce planning in a large-scale contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced algorithms that enhance scheduling, staff...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to develop operational strategies and lead a branch, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales growth while training to manage diverse teams and projects effectively...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

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.