Welcome to the Water Resources Engineer Job Category

Explore a wide range of water resources engineer positions that pay over $100,000 per year. These high-end roles require a combination of experience, technical knowledge, and leadership skills in water management and hydrological engineering.

What is a Water Resources Engineer?

A Water Resources Engineer plans, designs, and oversees construction of water resource management facilities, including reservoirs, canals, and irrigation systems. They also play a crucial role in managing water resources in times of increased scarcity and climatic changes. This role requires a strong understanding of advanced mathematics and environmental sciences.

Why choose a career in Water Resources Engineering?

As water becomes a more precious commodity with each passing year, jobs in water resources engineering grow in demand. Helping to sustainably manage this vital resource can be both rewarding and challenging.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic environmental projects to ensure client satisfaction and exceed KPIs. Oversee team performance, manage key relationships, and drive business growth through innovative solutions and effe...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading environmental project management and operations, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving team performance. Engage in impactful environmental remediation initiatives wh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that leads environmental site characterization for mobility projects, ensuring compliance and managing risks. You'll drive strategic planning, execution, and oversight of assessments and p...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $225K *

Drive innovation and strategic leadership in wastewater treatment and reuse projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, cutting-edge engineering solutions while fostering client...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping safe and innovative electrical construction projects. As a Structural Engineer II, you will collaborate closely with engineers to ensure compliance and durability, driving e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $129K *

Shape the future of clean energy by managing electrical systems design in nuclear projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure project adherence to budgets and timelines, and lead innovative engin...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $176K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading complex engineering initiatives in the Power Lifeline Sector, ensuring effective execution from inception to close-out while managing resources, budget, and quality...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing and analyzing prestressed concrete poles. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety and manufacturability, while providing exceptional customer support and...

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3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career as a technical lead, shaping scalable SaaS products while enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability through innovative technologies in a collaborative environment. Join us to ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading structural design projects and ensuring compliance through effective analysis and management. Collaborate with teams and clients to create innovative solutions in a dyna...

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Today

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

$84K - $128K *

Optimize contracting strategies by managing a diverse portfolio of contracts, conducting analyses, and enhancing procurement processes across departments. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by leading multifaceted aerial mapping projects for electric utilities, managing client relationships, and ensuring quality deliverables while collaborating across technical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing electric utility aerial mapping projects while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance. Collaborate with teams to deliver client-focused solutions across multiple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing the full lifecycle of mapping projects for electric utilities, ensuring client specifications and project goals are met through effective coordination and oversight across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and managing key accounts in the heavy industrial water treatment sector. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions while developing strategic growth plans...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $94K *

Transform your career by supporting IT compliance and risk management initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with diverse teams to coordinate audits and enhance cybersecurity while driving c...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead transmission line projects from scoping to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams while managing client relationships. Gain hands-on experience under expert guidance and shape the...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Energy Market Analysis team, focusing on strategic project development and transmission planning. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance service offerings and drive growth in the ERCOT...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$250K *

Lead the charge in developing strategies and managing client relationships for DOD Army programs, driving sustainable growth through collaboration and performance analysis across multiple teams and st...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of substation maintenance and testing. Leverage 5+ years of field experience to ensure seamless commissioning and troubleshooting of relay and control equipment in...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of energy with your expertise in maintenance, testing, and commissioning of advanced substations and control systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations in dynamic field envir...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize distribution engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards while guiding a talented team through technical challenges and design processes for effective project delivery a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $195K *

Transform infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects across teams. Leverage your expertise in SRE and cloud technologies to drive compliance and automation. Collaborate with cross-funct...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by designing and analyzing structural systems for high-stakes projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure safety and compliance in mission-critical environments, en...

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2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to become a Water Resources Engineer?question toggle

    Generally, a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a similar field is required. Some positions may require a master's degree or higher, especially if specializing in a certain area. Certifications and licenses like the Professional Engineer (PE) license can be advantageous.

  • Where are jobs for Water Resources Engineers located?question toggle

    Jobs can be found nationwide, but are more commonly found in areas with issues related to water supply and quality, including coastal regions, drought-stricken areas, and locations with extensive agricultural operations.

  • What is the average salary for Water Resources Engineers?question toggle

    The salary can vary depending on the region, level of experience, and the specific industry. However, on Ladders, we only showcase jobs that offer $100,000 or more.