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.
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.
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.
$90K - $110K *
Champion the technical administration of Deltek Vantagepoint ERP, ensuring system optimization, stability, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business operation...
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Senior Director of FP&A / Treasury
$175K - $210K *
Architect financial planning and analysis strategies that drive informed decisions, enhance capital management, and foster scalable growth across the enterprise, collaborating closely with cross-funct...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's elevating building systems by delivering expert electrical engineering designs and mentorship, while managing projects effectively and ensuring quality standards throughout the cons...
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Lead Engineer - Substation Physical Design
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in designing substations, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Oversee projects from conceptual design to final QA/QC, showcasing expertise in electrical layouts, grounding, a...
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Senior Substation Project Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform complex substation projects by leading technical planning and execution, ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction while mentoring engineers and steering project success through...
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$118K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic energy projects, providing expert analysis, and enhancing client operations through multidisciplinary collaboration. Drive client success in the evolving power la...
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Transmission Line Engineering Manager - Remote
$174K - $296K *
Lead and grow a dynamic transmission line engineering practice, overseeing operations, technical direction, and staff development to ensure top-notch engineering solutions for utility clients across t...
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Senior Transmission Planning Engineer - Remote
$81K - $138K *
Lead complex transmission planning engagements, driving innovative solutions and strategies for electric utilities. Take ownership of multi-disciplinary studies, enhance team capabilities, and navigat...
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Senior Structural Engineer (Substation Focus) - Remote (US)
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and lead structural engineering for substations and power delivery projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance service delivery...
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Field Engineering Manager/Assistant Project Manager -- Combined Cycle Power Plant
$118K - $180K *
Drive your career with a key role in project execution at a major power plant. Provide on-site engineering support, coordinate across teams, and tackle complex challenges through to the project's comp...
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Data Engineer (LADS - Logistics Analytics Data Services) - Active Secret Clearance
$140K - $160K *
Join us to build and optimize data pipelines using Databricks, employing CDC and SCD architectures to deliver high-performance data solutions for logistics analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional...
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$93K - $110K *
Lead the charge in driving operational excellence through advanced analytics, problem-solving, and continuous improvement methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement impactful...
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Director of Engineering - Microgrid Solutions
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative microgrid solutions, guiding engineering teams through project execution, from design to commissioning, ensuring performance standards align with operational nee...
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Project Development Engineer II
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a key technical resource driving project development, ensuring client satisfaction throughout project life cycles and collaborating on innovative, high-value engineering solut...
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$106K - $121K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative energy solutions that enhance efficiency in commercial and industrial sectors, driving sustainability and delivering measurable savings for clients across Califo...
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Transportation Technical Design Manager
$110K - $130K *
Grow your career with dynamic leadership in transportation engineering. Drive impactful projects in highways, bridges, and traffic while managing teams and exceeding client expectations in a collabora...
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Transportation Technical Design Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation engineering through innovative projects and leadership in Highway, Bridge, or Traffic disciplines, while enhancing our impactful practices acros...
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$142K - $242K *
Join us to lead engineering excellence across our Strategic Business Unit, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and developing talent while ensuring operational efficiency and strategic alignm...
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Sr. Engineer - Civil & Structures
$100K - $145K *
Advance your career by delivering innovative structural solutions for utility-scale renewable energy projects, collaborating with diverse teams and leading civil engineering design throughout all proj...
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Project Development Engineer I
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of innovative engineering solutions by providing expert support and guidance throughout project development, from pre-sale assessment to post-sale management, ensuring client specific...
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Senior Atlassian Service Desk Analyst
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in optimizing business analysis and stakeholder engagement through effective communication and reporting, leveraging your expertise in data synthesis to create impactful narratives for...
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Senior Electrical Engineer (Substation)
$130K - $170K *
Transform utility and industrial sectors by leading the design of high and medium voltage substations. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient engineering solutions whi...
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Multi-Discipline Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading diverse project teams to deliver innovative solutions. Manage projects from planning to execution, ensuring technical and financial success while fostering collaborati...
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Principal Power System Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Advance interconnection studies and planning for the Western grid while mentoring teams and pioneering innovative energy solutions. Collaborate with leadership and clients to drive sustainable growth...
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Electrical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$100K - $120K *
Drive the design of electrical systems in large-scale hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with global teams on innovative projects ensuring compliance with industry standards while contributing to ad...
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What qualifications do I need to become a Water Resources Engineer?
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?
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?
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.