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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$142K *

Drive innovation by applying advanced aerodynamics knowledge to spacecraft entry analyses. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance across various flight regimes, utilizing cutting-edge...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance and optimize the Edifecs platform, ensuring efficient EDI transaction processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and improve system performance in a...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform business growth by generating leads and fostering client relationships across Chemicals, O&G, Power, Metals, and Advanced Facilities sectors, driving profitability and strategic sales initia...

Baton Rouge, LARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in integrating plumbing practices into BIM/VDC workflows, ensuring models reflect real-world conditions. Collaborate with teams to enhance constructability and quality across plumbing...

Fort Myers, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive functional safety initiatives across teams, ensuring compliance and alignment with industry standards. Collaborate globally to enhance product safety and guide strategic safety policies througho...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational readiness and logistics strategies to enhance production efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamles...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, ensuring seamless hybrid connectivity and robust disaster recovery. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations, automate processes...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive enterprise-wide transformation by leading business process analysis, project management, and change management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading large-scale wireless infrastructure projects. Drive excellence in deployment, client relations, and cross-functional coordination while managing complex programs from co...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$123K - $185K *

Lead the charge in optimizing process control and equipment projects across multiple manufacturing plants, driving improvements and ensuring effective implementation in the Feed Manufacturing Operatio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $114K *

Innovate the documentation landscape by designing and managing a comprehensive operating procedures system for data center campuses, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for site teams across North Ame...

British Columbia, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Lead design initiatives for mechanical systems in data centre projects, ensuring high-quality execution and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to manage multiple projects, providing strategic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$93K - $157K *

Transform asset management programs by leading multi-site inspections and enhancing client partnerships. Drive continuous improvement while managing project scope, budget, and quality in the manufactu...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Empower customer success by leading product-solution ownership, crafting tailored solutions, and managing implementation scope across cross-functional teams. Drive technical discovery and ensure seaml...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in directing clinical rehabilitation operations across multiple practices, ensuring quality patient care and achieving financial and operational objectives through effective management...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to precision and efficiency in accounting. Lead the monthly close process, manage reconciliations, and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with clients to deliver tailored filtration solutions, leveraging your engineering expertise. Drive sales growth by building relationships and collaborating with internal teams to ensure custom...

Kingwood, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

The Startup Account Executive at OpenRouter will be responsible for driving new customer acquisition and building partnerships within the startup ecosystem. This role involves connecting with founders...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

Drive excellence in contract management by overseeing the full lifecycle of FEMA Public Assistance contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance monitoring, and effective...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $137K *

Transform HR operations by conducting in-depth analyses and evaluations to enhance workforce management and program effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities a...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Join us to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in delivering complex IT modernization projects for the U.S. Department of State, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with mission objective...

Washington DC, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Shape the future of integrated power systems by leading innovative solutions and ensuring seamless integration of complex technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $140K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role that bridges technical deployment, integration, and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and e...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrification solutions. As a Field Application Engineer, you'll lead technical consultations, collaborate with engineers, and ensure ABB products meet proje...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.