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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$135K - $175K *

Drive criticality safety evaluations and develop safety programs for innovative nuclear fuel recycling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and enhance safety measures in a fast-paced...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$171K - $209K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by leading architecture design, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation across cloud and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance application mana...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading preconstruction efforts, transforming project briefs into actionable proposals. Oversee estimating, bid packaging, and ensure projects are scoped and fundable before constr...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of federal financial operations by driving user adoption and change management for a new tool. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience, streamline processes, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $157K *

Lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge technical solutions for energy systems. Collaborate with commercial teams to drive business growth and develop impactful field service proposals across a div...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Support our Regional Commercial team by delivering technical solutions and driving business growth in field services for power delivery and automation systems. Engage with diverse customers to propose...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical evaluations of aerospace vehicle subsystems, ensuring safety and performance through rigorous analysis and collaboration with engineering teams. Drive hazard assessments and verification...

Centennial, CORemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $190K *

Lead the charge in product strategy and outcomes across diverse portfolios, connecting customer needs with business objectives. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while driving impactful pa...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

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

$108K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management as a Senior Cost Manager, driving cost efficiency and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client value and foster strong relatio...

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2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $181K *

Transform contract management by leading risk mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance across government and commercial projects. Drive operational excellence and enhance proposal quality while m...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading field operations on diverse commercial construction projects nationwide. Oversee safety, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination from groundbreaking to closeout, en...

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1 week ago

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

$73K - $132K *

Drive comprehensive environmental compliance audits nationwide, leading projects from planning to reporting. Collaborate with clients to identify deficiencies and deliver actionable recommendations, w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $240K *

Champion the future of energy by providing expert consulting on utility prudence, managing client engagements, and delivering impactful testimony on modernization and rate cases. Collaborate with team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $150K *

Collaborate with sales and technical teams to identify opportunities, translate customer needs into design requirements, and launch new products effectively, ensuring alignment with market trends and...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $300K *

Transform the future of gaming by building robust reinforcement learning systems that enhance gameplay experiences. Collaborate with engineers to optimize and deploy scalable solutions in real-time en...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate sustainability initiatives by leading client engagements in impact inventory, strategy development, and target tracking. Utilize analytical tools to transform sustainability challenges into ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Champion wildlife conservation by managing diverse natural resource projects, conducting biological surveys, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance a...

Half Moon Bay, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of the health, safety, and environmental initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management for large clients. Leverage comprehensive industry knowledge to influence stakeholders and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by optimizing clinical applications, enhancing radiology workflows, and collaborating with healthcare teams nationwide to ensure seamless operations and technical support across syste...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$76K - $111K *

Champion the maintenance and repair of solar facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with a skilled team to troubleshoot and install equipment while supervising apprentices and documen...

New Jersey, USRemote

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

$77K - $111K *

Optimize solar operations by inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining commercial solar facilities. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure safety and efficiency while training apprentices and do...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by analyzing and enhancing reliability programs, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across teams to optimize asset performance and mitigate risks in missi...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $256K *

Shape the future of data engineering by architecting scalable, cloud-native data platforms on Azure and Databricks. Influence the organization’s data practices to leverage AI-driven insights, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Innovate the future of digital experiences by leading architectural strategies and solving complex technical challenges across multiple teams. Drive impactful solutions that enhance customer engagemen...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining power plant performance analysis. Lead thermal modeling, collaborate with vendors, and execute field tests to ensure optimal plant efficiency and reliability. Your expert...

Lenexa, KSRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.