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 - $140K *

Lead and execute commissioning for complex electrical systems in critical environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery, emphasizing safety and quality. Work independently...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to promoting innovative engineering solutions while providing technical expertise and building strong relationships within the engineering community across the USA and Can...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in securing client environments by implementing and maintaining robust cloud security infrastructure, ensuring the integrity of systems and responsiveness to threats while collaboratin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end analytics for credit strategy, optimizing processes, and providing actionable insights to executives while ensuring quality and consistency in analytical outputs...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $155K *

Design and implement secure controls to enhance federal platform compliance. Collaborate with teams to integrate security practices, enabling engineering velocity while maintaining continuous adherenc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $143K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting the end-to-end software lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating on design, development, and optimization of innovative software sol...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Transform operational efficiency by deploying excellence tools across facilities, coaching teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance metrics in safety, quality, prod...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $179K *

Manage the database architecture for a federal data integration project, ensuring compliance with security standards while integrating species data into a unified cloud platform. Lead design, migratio...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Drive the development of cross-platform applications by creating innovative, polished user experiences in React Native, while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance existing iOS and Android prod...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $200K *

Join a team that's pioneering machine learning and computer vision solutions to enhance agricultural practices globally, transforming data into impactful innovations that empower breeders and research...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $200K *

Shape the future of agriculture by developing advanced computer vision and machine learning solutions. Drive innovation in phenomics, translating scientific goals into production-ready AI tools, and e...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $149K *

Take ownership of database management and user support in SmartPlant tools, collaborating with team members to streamline processes and enhance project efficiency across various sites...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in architecting and enhancing data pipelines that deliver actionable insights for veteran healthcare analytics by collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring high-quality, harmonized...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $114K *

Lead the coordination and delivery of technology initiatives that enhance engagement and lifecycle management within federal health programs, ensuring stakeholder alignment and operational efficiency...

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1 week ago

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

$117K - $172K *

Champion growth as you drive new business initiatives and strengthen customer relationships in the municipal water treatment market. Utilize your expertise to deliver innovation and measurable value...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of space remote sensing systems through innovative design, engineering, and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams for cutting-edge payload development...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $153K *

Drive exceptional client service as you assess and manage risks, ensuring organizations achieve their objectives while enhancing your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment...

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3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead technical sales engagements for major hyperscale and AI tenants, translating business objectives into scalable data center solutions while collaborating across multiple teams to ensure feasibilit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$156K - $215K *

Transform data services by leading the design and operations of cutting-edge distributed systems at scale across multi-cloud infrastructures, driving automation and collaboration with global engineeri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Elevate enterprise performance by ensuring data integrity and governance. Partner with diverse teams to analyze, enhance, and maintain master data while supporting operational objectives in a data-dri...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by enhancing automated build systems using C# and C++. Collaborate with a passionate team to streamline workflows and support developers, ensuring efficient game build delivery and op...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage complex DB/EPC projects focusing on data centers. Drive execution, oversee contract administration, engineering, and construction management while ensuring quality and safety on large-scale pro...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage complex design-build projects focused on data centers, overseeing execution from inception to completion, ensuring contract compliance and stakeholder satisfaction while prioritizing safety and...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead large-scale design-build projects, focusing on data centers. You will coordinate project execution, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and budgetary goals while fostering c...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex DB/EPC projects for data centers, overseeing project execution, client communication, and integrated team coordination to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality deli...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.