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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$91K - $140K *

Champion environmental compliance by providing expert guidance on water and waste management across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies that mitigate risks and e...

Alpharetta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project financial performance by managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with project teams to enhance profitability and cash flow. Drive timely reporting and su...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $187K *

Transform energy efficiency initiatives by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive project execution, mentor talent, and enhance program delivery across multiple states, ensuring impactful cost savi...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $216K *

Drive business growth in the renewable market by developing innovative client solutions, mentoring teams, and collaborating across departments to meet evolving client needs and market challenges...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading multi-site projects, enhancing infrastructure, and driving operational improvements to ensure safety and efficiency across facilities...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$61K - $125K *

Support environmental planning initiatives by coordinating workflows, managing project trackers, and ensuring timely delivery of planning documents. Collaborate with experts to facilitate environmenta...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $200K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence across multiple campuses, ensuring robust design, validation, and energization of critical infrastructure while integrating onsite generation solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer strategic leadership in Multi-Party Project Coordination & Liability Management, driving business growth, client relationships, and team development while overseeing complex environmental prog...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $150K *

Shape the future of safety in a dynamic environment by developing and enhancing EHS programs. Collaborate across teams to foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations w...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvement Measures. Collaborate with teams to analyze utility consumption, create project timelines, and...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $175K *

Lead the charge in utility and power substation projects, leveraging your expertise to manage technical, financial, and scheduling aspects while mentoring a team and building client relationships in a...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $143K *

Lead the charge in developing structural designs using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to create detailed drawings and resolve design challenges, ensuring timely...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective coordination, technical oversight, and client engagement. Drive innovation and mentor te...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $152K *

Accelerate your career by leading high voltage substation projects, collaborating with engineers to solve complex electrical issues, and enhancing your skills through peer learning and client interact...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Optimize geomechanical solutions for mining projects by integrating data, developing models, and providing technical recommendations. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance project outcomes and me...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through effective communication, analysis, and...

Illinois, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering and project management for diverse land development projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions from conception to com...

Nebraska, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team to design and oversee civil structural projects, ensuring quality and technical excellence across all phases. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while managing diverse pr...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $132K *

Shape environmental remediation projects by leading technical design, regulatory documentation, and field implementation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and effective pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform energy solutions by leading diverse projects, conducting analyses, and collaborating with clients. Utilize engineering expertise to drive efficiency and sustainability in various sectors, en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $110K *

Drive profitable growth and customer relationships in environmental services. Develop new business, retain accounts, and connect clients with analytical solutions while collaborating across teams to e...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $110K *

Champion profitable growth and customer relationships in environmental services. Develop new business, retain accounts, and connect clients with analytical solutions while collaborating across teams t...

New Hampshire, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $222K *

Deliver impactful leadership by managing multi-discipline nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and guiding successful execution from design to closeout while maintaining client relations...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.