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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$190K - $248K *

Lead the charge in advancing engineering excellence for power system projects, providing strategic technical oversight and fostering innovation while ensuring compliance with industry standards and en...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide expert technical guidance and innovative engineering solutions for Geopier design build projects, driving project success...

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1 week ago

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

$89K - $148K *

Provide strategic insights in operational excellence by optimizing industrial manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring continuous impr...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $241K *

Lead international nuclear security projects, managing cost, schedule, and quality while coordinating cross-functional teams in dynamic environments. Bring your expertise to enhance project execution...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by driving innovative furnace design and operations. Leverage your expertise to conduct audits, manage projects, and ensure the reliability of glass melting systems globally, imp...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $124K *

Join a team that drives excellence in EHS management across multiple sites. Collaborate with leaders to enhance safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement best practices while fosteri...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join a collaborative team as a Design Engineer, driving precast product designs that meet structural specs and improve constructability while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring timely project com...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$119K - $199K *

Take ownership of leading a team to design and develop systems for the nuclear sector, managing complex projects and ensuring compliance with safety standards while enhancing performance through strat...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $126K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative color development and optimization processes across building products, ensuring consistency and quality from formulation to production while balancing performanc...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $269K *

Manage the product vision and strategy for AI-enhanced equipment diagnostics. Drive user adoption and streamline workflows for technicians, ensuring valuable experiences with intelligent solutions acr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on right-of-way acquisition and land leasing, ensuring smooth project execution while building lasting relationships with landowners in energy and infrastructure development...

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4 days ago

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

$81K - $124K *

Deliver comprehensive power systems engineering support across utility planning, focusing on generator interconnections, feasibility studies, and grid system evaluations for renewable and conventional...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $161K *

Lead the execution of multimillion-dollar energy projects, directing subcontractor operations and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while collaborating with project stakeholders an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $124K *

Empower your career by managing critical environmental and cultural resource projects, driving business growth, and collaborating with a diverse clientele across California and Arizona, while serving...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Join a skilled team as an Electrical Quality Specialist, overseeing quality assurance in heavy industrial construction projects across the southern U.S. Ensure compliance and enhance project performan...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Drive efficient systems maintenance by automating updates, enhancing security, and resolving network issues. Collaborate within a dynamic environment focused on optimizing training systems across mult...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$147K - $221K *

Take ownership of architecting a shared iOS platform across multiple hardware lines while driving innovation in user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and engagin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $125K *

Engage with industry leaders to deliver technical and financial due diligence and advisory services in the energy sector, while preparing financial models and conducting feasibility studies for power...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $196K *

Empower clients by solving complex energy challenges. Your role involves analyzing climate data, facilitating workshops, and producing impactful reports. Work collaboratively while leading technical p...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to manage renewable energy and gas-processing projects, overseeing design, construction, and commissioning efforts of sizable facilities. Experience collaborative work to drive imp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $163K *

Lead the charge in designing, programming, and testing SCADA systems, ensuring seamless integration for operational efficiencies in renewable and utility sectors while fostering client relationships a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Transform enterprise sales strategies by engaging civil engineering firms, driving significant revenue growth across the US Central and Midwest markets. Utilize a deep understanding of AEC workflows t...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $170K *

Join a team that develops secure cloud solutions, automates CI/CD processes, and integrates DevOps with security practices, contributing to compliance standards for government healthcare systems...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by designing innovative material handling systems while collaborating with clients and internal teams to create efficient solutions and presentations that enhance operational succe...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$218K - $230K *

Drive your career forward as you define and implement strategic identity and access solutions while collaborating across teams to fortify workforce security and reliability at scale in a remote-friend...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.