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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$88K - $154K *

Analyze and enhance compensation strategies, ensuring competitive and compliant practices. Collaborate with HR and management to optimize job descriptions, conduct market analysis, and deliver insight...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and strategy for our largest pro partners by leveraging data insights. Manage cross-functional projects to shape impactful initiatives, build frameworks, and measure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage multiple Corporate Performance Management projects, providing strategic guidance and ensuring timely deliverables. Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate tasks and...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $131K *

Contribute to the development of precise project estimates, supporting all phases of proposal creation. Collaborate with senior estimators to ensure technical compliance and accuracy in complex indust...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion the safety design and validation of our autonomous trucking system, ensuring rigorous functional safety standards are met across all engineering and operational teams. Drive impactful safety...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $188K *

Unlock potential by driving advancements in AI and machine learning for autonomous systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, optimize, and prototype cutting-edge algorithms that enh...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead distribution consulting initiatives, drive operational excellence, and mentor engineers. Shape industry standards as the primary expert in distribution planning while foste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $260K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction efforts, driving project success through strategic planning, team development, and client engagement. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and risk management to ensure al...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$86K - $116K *

Champion data-driven emergency response initiatives by leading analytics, ensuring quality assurance, and collaborating with global teams to enhance decision-making and program effectiveness in infect...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of startups by driving high-impact initiatives across multiple portfolio companies. Engage directly with founders to tackle critical challenges, scale operations, and explore new busi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$127K - $165K *

Lead the charge in transforming construction projects through effective virtual design management, ensuring integrated workflows, modeling standards, and exceptional team collaboration to deliver impa...

Glendale, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$109K - $143K *

Drive procurement excellence by developing strategies that enhance cost efficiency and quality. Lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with project objective...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth by leveraging strategic relationships and expertise in telecommunications. You'll engage with customers, align solutions to their needs, and lead business dev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of OpenBMC firmware development, driving platform bring-up, feature implementation, and integration to enhance system functionality and reliability. Contribute your...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $300K *

Champion the evolution of a high-volume data platform, collaborating with engineering and product teams to enhance reliability and efficiency while mentoring senior engineers and driving innovative AI...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $181K *

Create impactful technical solutions in military electrification projects. Collaborate with defense clients and provide expertise throughout the proposal process, ensuring compliance and mission effec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $230K *

Engineer the future of edge-AI by converting customer evaluations into design wins. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize workloads on our innovative Chimera architecture, shaping the next ge...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$239K - $298K *

Discover a pivotal role in shaping the future of our engineering function. Lead a small team to enhance our GTM engine, integrating product and marketing efforts while driving innovation in technology...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $237K *

Shape the future of energy by leading diverse projects in consulting, financing, and evaluating innovative power generation technologies. Collaborate with industry experts to drive financial viability...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Provide your expertise to enhance system reliability and performance. You'll define service level objectives, build observability, and lead incident response, ensuring our platform meets high availabi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Redefine customer support as a Field Service Engineer, ensuring optimal performance of advanced battery energy storage systems through expert troubleshooting and maintenance across diverse industries...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Innovate revenue operations by owning the order-to-cash process, enhancing billing systems, and implementing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline revenue recognition and e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of the accounting function, managing spend, payables, and reconciliations. Drive process improvements and leverage AI to enhance workflows, ensuring accuracy...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth across multiple states. Leverage technical expertise to provide solutions, mentor teams, and develop strategic plans that enhance market share a...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.