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 - $160K *

Transform the future of autonomous ground support equipment by leading product strategy and roadmap development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, performance, and reliability...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$238K - $365K *

Join a team that's redefining lidar technology for autonomy products. Lead the technical strategy, collaborate with experts, and drive innovations from concept to production, ensuring performance and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Elevate enterprise service reliability by leading Major Incident Management and supporting operational excellence across monitoring and incident response functions in a dynamic, 24x7 environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower your career as a Principal IAM Engineer, owning the identity control plane and ensuring secure access to sensitive data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate identity processes...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $193K *

Engage in architecting and designing digital products, leading teams to implement innovative software solutions while ensuring accountability for product success and performance metrics...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to enterprise EDI and integration projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers to design, implement, and optimize solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform complex Federal consulting engagements by leading diverse teams, establishing strategies, and ensuring practical outcomes that enhance government capabilities and client trust...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $178K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud security governance, leading a dynamic team to enhance compliance, drive automation, and ensure robust risk management across multi-cloud environments...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing and nurturing partnerships within the ServiceNow ecosystem. You'll develop business plans, coach partners, and implement strategies to enhance collaborati...

Carson City, NVRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $129K *

Develop strategic partnerships to enhance ServiceNow's ecosystem, driving revenue and market advantage through innovative go-to-market strategies and collaboration with ISVs, while achieving key perfo...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join us to enhance customer trust by managing security assurance and AI governance. You'll maintain accurate security documentation, oversee AI agents, and ensure our practices evolve with industry st...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer trust through security assurance and AI governance. This role focuses on maintaining accurate security documentation and optimizing AI agents to support governanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $109K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by managing complex technical projects, ensuring accurate order processing, and exceeding customer expectations through effective communication and collab...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Engineer application security solutions to enhance product safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring adherence...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $140K *

Drive compliance audits by assessing internal controls, identifying risks, and developing improvement strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance audit processes and provide valuable insights for ef...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of project managers, driving project success through innovative strategies and collaboration. Empower your team while ensuring projects meet client goals, ti...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Inspire excellence in construction project management, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while fosteri...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $191K *

Lead impactful cost of service studies and rate design analysis for utilities across North America. Collaborate with clients, provide expert testimony, and manage projects to enhance utility operation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$102K - $154K *

Advance customer success by managing complex escalations, driving cross-functional improvements, and enhancing workflows. Lead high-severity issue resolution while fostering a structured, customer-cen...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team to build innovative on-vehicle communication frameworks and enhance autonomous vehicle safety through advanced software solutions and monitoring systems...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $172K *

Take ownership of Virtual Construction Management for data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, manage VDC models, and drive project success through effective communication and co...

Alexandria, LARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of health technology by driving regulatory strategies for innovative lab testing, imaging, and AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and accelerate...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Engage in diagnosing and resolving inverter performance issues in BESS projects. Collaborate with vendors to implement corrective actions and track retrofits, ensuring compliance with safety and engin...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Lead exceptional client relationships by proactively anticipating needs and aligning internal teams, ensuring that clients receive top-notch service and support in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead the charge in optimizing Radio Access Network deployments. This role combines RF engineering expertise with project management to ensure successful execution from planning to carrier acce...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.