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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$90K - $120K *

Engage in data analysis and visualization to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimizing dashboards, reporting, and leveraging AI capabilities to enhance data solutio...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $139K *

Join us to oversee project controls for data center construction, ensuring efficient cost management, scheduling, and risk mitigation. Lead diverse project control tasks that support effective governa...

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Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion the proposal strategy for high-stakes competitive opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development. Lead cross-functional teams to create winning proposals that...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Drive large-scale data center automation by deploying and commissioning PLC systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure precise control across HVAC and mechanical systems, ensuring resilienc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Transform safety standards in construction by leading initiatives, developing safety plans, and building relationships. Ensure compliance, conduct training, and analyze performance to foster a proacti...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and deploy software solutions that integrate data synchronization into operational tools, enhancing user productivity and response in dynamic environments throu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $148K *

Grow your expertise in operational management while addressing generator outages, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing best practices in our dynamic environment. Your insights will...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Grow with us as you transform data into strategic insights, enabling data-driven decisions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data infrastructure and analytics, driving innovation and improvin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Engineer impactful solutions as a Sales Engineer, engaging with aerospace and defense OEMs. Leverage technical expertise to drive customer satisfaction and foster long-term partnerships, while coordin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Support the financial planning and analysis efforts by developing management reports, analyzing trends, and collaborating with commercial and supply chain teams to drive strategic initiatives and impr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$350K *

Join a team that's driving industry impact by developing executive-level relationships with key accounts, owning customer engagements, and excelling in solution-based sales for high-growth opportuniti...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$350K *

Partner with us to drive revenue for key accounts, leveraging your sales expertise to foster relationships, manage complex transactions, and make a real-world impact through innovative tech solutions...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $175K *

Drive your career with this AI Developer role focusing on ML model creation and full-stack application development. Collaborate across teams to build scalable, high-performance AI solutions in an inno...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building a high-impact communications function focused on storytelling, media relations, and brand narrative, driving recognition and engagement across channels while supporting exe...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building a world-class corporate communications function that amplifies narratives and enhances brand presence through storytelling, media relations, and strategic engagement initia...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $145K *

Drive your career with hands-on technical work building Azure data environments. Partner with healthcare teams to ensure data quality and compliance while managing multiple client engagements and impl...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $145K *

Contribute to high-quality data solutions by designing and maintaining Azure data environments, ensuring compliance and data integrity while working across multiple healthcare engagements to enhance o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $120K *

Transform project execution through effective coordination in building automation systems, ensuring compliance and managing communication between stakeholders. Work independently to oversee routines a...

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2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovation as a Senior AI/ML Engineer, designing and validating models for RF emitter identification. Collaborate closely with experts to analyze real-time sensor data, ensuring robust ML pipeli...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic team of Enterprise Account Executives. Drive strategy, enhance sales processes, and foster collaboration to meet sales goals while navigating complex enterp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading transportation engineering projects and teams. Drive the success of our new office, manage project development, foster client relationships, and support colleagues in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Elevate transportation engineering efforts by leading project teams, managing operations, and nurturing client relationships in a growing southeastern Massachusetts office focused on impactful develop...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $250K *

Drive innovative research and development in wireless communication technologies, overseeing project design, implementation, and testing. Collaborate with teams to deliver mission-critical solutions w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Engineer the future of global paid media, leading strategy, execution, and optimization across various channels while managing substantial budgets and mentoring a growing team...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.