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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$90K - $110K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive customer success by managing strategic relationships, ensuring retention and growth for key accounts in the Bankruptcy Risk sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored so...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead strategic customer relationships in Bankruptcy Risk, ensuring retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer success, and enhance valu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $174K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $158K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $145K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $180K *

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

$100K - $120K *

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Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.