Senior Environmental Engineer Jobs

Find senior environmental engineer jobs with leading employers seeking experienced professionals to guide environmental projects, manage risk, and deliver practical solutions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles across consulting, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and government contractors.

What Senior Environmental Engineers Do

Senior environmental engineers assess environmental impacts and develop strategies to protect people, property, and natural resources. Their work may include site investigations and remediation, permitting, environmental compliance, pollution prevention, sustainability initiatives, and oversight of complex engineering projects. They often guide technical teams, coordinate with clients and regulators, and translate environmental requirements into effective plans.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for substantial engineering experience, strong project and people-management skills, and expertise in applicable environmental regulations. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include a degree in environmental, civil, chemical, or a related engineering discipline; professional engineer licensure; knowledge of environmental assessment and remediation methods; and clear communication skills. Requirements vary by employer and project.

Career Paths and Industries

Senior environmental engineers can advance into principal engineer, technical director, program manager, environmental practice leader, or executive roles. Opportunities span environmental consulting, renewable energy, utilities, construction, transportation, industrial operations, and public-sector projects. Specialists in compliance, contaminated-site cleanup, water resources, or sustainability may find roles aligned with their experience.

Explore Senior Environmental Engineer Opportunities

Browse senior environmental engineer openings on Ladders to find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications to identify opportunities that fit your expertise and next career goal.

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$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock a culture of safety by leading regional initiatives, enhancing programs, and mentoring safety professionals. Collaborate with plant leadership to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvem...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock enterprise-wide cyber risk insights by conducting assessments, articulating risks in business terms, and collaborating with compliance to enhance cybersecurity governance and decision-making ac...

Richmond, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $161K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing complex enterprise software solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance data processes and support critical business function...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions for state government clients by leading IV&V projects, providing expert guidance on system implementations, and ensuring project success through effective communication an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$138K - $219K *

Transform credit strategy by leading complex commercial credit relationships, mentoring junior professionals, and ensuring portfolio health through innovative deal structuring and proactive risk manag...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial integrity while enabling global access to safe water. As a key player in consolidated reporting, you will enhance organizational clarity and support impactful...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex power and energy projects, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder engagement while managing budgets, risks, and multi-disciplinary teams for high-impact initi...

Freeport, MERemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $155K *

Shape the future of HR technology by leading strategy, governance, and optimization of HRIS. Drive operational excellence, enhance user experience, and ensure compliance while managing a high-performi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading environmental permitting for diverse energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance and efficiency...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join us to drive business growth by developing client relationships and identifying opportunities in ICT assurance services. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to connect client needs with cyb...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by developing new business opportunities, building client relationships, and managing sales processes for ICT assurance services. Collaborate with teams to connect cl...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage your expertise to lead bridge and structural projects from planning to completion. Manage multidisciplinary teams, maintain client relationships, and drive practice growth across Massachusetts...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K *

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Houston, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by leading cost estimation for product manufacturing and services. Collaborate across departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency while managing project budgets and strategic planni...

Metairie, LARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $400K *

Shape the future of AI by partnering with customers to design and deliver innovative data solutions. Collaborate with a senior team to tackle complex challenges and transform vague requests into actio...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $185K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive infrastructure remediation programs, improving performance and reliability across AI and hyperscale data center environments. Collaborate with engineering and oper...

British Columbia, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Innovate the future of energy by leading the commissioning of electrical substations. Oversee testing, validation, and project management while collaborating with diverse teams across the nation to en...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by driving revenue growth through innovative mobile filtration solutions. Leverage your technical expertise and sales acumen to identify customer needs, design tailored solutions...

Darlington, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K *

Elevate your career by overseeing electrical projects, managing field operations, and ensuring customer satisfaction while driving efficiency and safety in high-voltage systems. Collaborate with teams...

Omaha, NERemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join us to develop and enhance algorithms for cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate with engineers and architects to transform innovative ideas into production-ready code, ensuring high-quality stand...

Cary, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $187K *

Grow your career with a hands-on Engineering Manager role leading a dynamic team to enhance an AI-powered healthcare hiring platform, ensuring quality, reliability, and innovation across multiple tech...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior environmental engineer do?question toggle

    A senior environmental engineer leads or supports projects that address environmental protection and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities may include site assessment and remediation, permitting, compliance, sustainability, technical review, and managing project teams or client relationships.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior environmental engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a relevant engineering degree and significant professional experience. Employers may also seek professional engineer licensure, project leadership experience, and knowledge of environmental regulations or specialties such as remediation, water, or air quality. Specific requirements vary.

  • How much do senior environmental engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, specialization, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior-level opportunities in that compensation range.

  • Where can senior environmental engineers work?question toggle

    They work in environmental consulting, energy and utilities, manufacturing, construction, transportation, infrastructure, and public-sector organizations, among other industries.

  • What are common career advancement paths for senior environmental engineers?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may progress to principal engineer, technical director, program or project executive, environmental practice leader, or other management and executive positions.