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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading the promotion of innovative engineering solutions. Drive business development, support technical training, and collaborate with teams to enhance project outcomes while e...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead feasibility strategy and execution for clinical studies, driving operational excellence and data-driven insights to optimize trial planning and enrollment across rare disease programs. Collaborat...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing rail construction and maintenance projects, ensuring safety and efficiency while coordinating with customers and teams. Drive operational performance and maintain strong...

Kansas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $164K *

Unlock potential by leading power system engineering efforts to design innovative electrification solutions for EHV/HV substations, ensuring project execution success and maximizing business developme...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Manage diverse legal matters in a dynamic industrial environment, providing strategic support across commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance while collaborating closely w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to guiding recovery efforts post-disaster. Lead a multi-disciplinary team, leveraging your expertise in FEMA programs to support local governments through complex recovery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Explore opportunities in AI sales by managing key accounts, conducting discovery, and collaborating with teams to deliver tailored solutions. Engage in direct leadership collaboration and represent th...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $120K *

Lead the implementation of a world-class Reliability Engineering program, enhancing equipment reliability and production efficiency through innovative processes and cross-functional collaboration, whi...

Omaha, NERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $285K *

Lead the implementation of global PLM/PDM systems, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance supply chain processes and support a Tier 1 ERP buildout, ensuring scalability and efficiency across inte...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K *

Transform the future of trenchless rehabilitation by leading innovative projects, managing teams, and driving business development. Leverage your extensive experience to deliver high-quality engineeri...

Miamisburg, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality and compliance for mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate across teams to uphold standards, conduct inspections, and drive continuous improvement in mission...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in regulatory affairs by providing strategic guidance, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across institutions. Drive initiatives from research to implementation while men...

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4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative process improvements in financial services construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, optimize workflows, and drive sustainable outcome...

United StatesRemote

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform business operations by identifying improvement opportunities, optimizing processes, and driving sustainable outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and support organiz...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Drive project success by managing tender processes, overseeing costs, and resolving disputes. Collaborate with teams to ensure transparency and effective communication, while thriving in a dynamic env...

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1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform business workflows by developing and maintaining applications that enhance productivity and information sharing across teams. Collaborate with IT and business units to deliver innovative sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $135K *

Partner with us to drive strategic initiatives across Support Services and data centers. This role ensures effective project management, governance, and measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment, f...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Support the preconstruction team by coordinating project deliverables, ensuring profitability and schedule goals are met. Collaborate with engineering teams to manage documentation and facilitate a sm...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$195K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in the engineering of high-voltage transmission projects. Drive innovation, ensure safety, and deliver excellence while collaborating with diverse stakeho...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive customer success by implementing and expanding Teleport solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance adoption, troubleshoot issues, and deliver tailored training, ensuring cl...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $350K *

Transform the landscape of reinforcement learning by designing evaluations and environments that enhance model training and performance. Collaborate with researchers to identify and address model fail...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.