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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$155K - $190K *

Innovate the future of environmental remediation by driving strategic growth and technical excellence. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions across Tex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $210K *

Drive strategic growth in Environmental Health & Safety by leading high-impact remediation projects, cultivating client relationships, and building a top-performing team across California and the West...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Elevate the future of underground transmission line projects, providing technical expertise while leading multi-phase design and construction efforts to meet client objectives and enhance project succ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Innovate your career by leading high-voltage substation design projects. This remote role offers a clear pathway to supervisory positions through team collaboration and client engagement, while ensuri...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Transform client relationships as a senior technical representative, leveraging 8+ years of civil/site engineering expertise to drive growth and expand market presence, fully supported by internal tea...

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5 days ago

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

$112K - $196K *

Grow your career with us as you lead field and office tasks in geological sciences, overseeing projects, communicating effectively with teams, and ensuring quality environmental investigations with a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $149K *

Drive commercial growth in hydrographic services by fostering client relationships, executing market strategies, and promoting advanced technology solutions, ensuring safety and environmental integrit...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing advanced search and retrieval systems using Elasticsearch and GenAI techniques to enhance data relevance and decision-making outcomes in enterprise environments...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $147K *

Lead the charge in innovative architectural design for complex projects, collaborating with top tech clients. Ensure excellence from concept to completion, utilizing cutting-edge techniques to solve i...

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4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in designing and implementing innovative cloud-based and on-premises solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize network performance and deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Optimize intelligent search solutions leveraging Elasticsearch and GenAI. Collaborate with clients to enhance relevance and decision-making, while applying advanced AI techniques and research to drive...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion project excellence by leading cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery of structural engineering projects while maintaining compliance and fostering client relationships throughout...

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

$90K - $130K *

Engage in forensic civil engineering by leading investigations and providing expert testimony in court for infrastructure-related cases, focusing on civil design, analysis, and strategic remediation s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $205K *

Accelerate power generation through advanced engineering analysis and project management. Lead technical evaluations, mentor teams, and deliver solutions for nuclear power uprate projects, ensuring ef...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading electric transmission siting projects, managing client relationships, and delivering quality assurance across complex initiatives while fostering collaboration within mu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Elevate energy project outcomes by preparing financial models and conducting due diligence evaluations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive feasibility studies and economic assessments, ensurin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Optimize large-scale mechanical systems for water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and oversee mechanical solutions, ensuring compliance with indus...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's transforming the civil design landscape for utilities. Drive enterprise sales across the US West region, engaging with key stakeholders in electric, gas, water, and telecom sectors...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Take ownership of secure production systems, architecting and deploying innovative infrastructure solutions across cloud-native and edge environments, ensuring reliability and compliance with operatio...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $129K *

Advance your career by contributing to impactful structural engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and analyze structures, mentor junior engineers, and apply innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming distribution grids. In this role, you'll leverage your engineering expertise to design and implement modern solutions, collaborate with clients, and drive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize Splunk capabilities that enhance cybersecurity monitoring and incident response. Utilize your expertise in engineering, data integration, and analytics to su...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $275K *

Transform conservation efforts by leading a dynamic team to drive innovative science in freshwater management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance ecological integrity and implement strategies th...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Lead the startup and commissioning efforts for Life Science and Industrial projects. Oversee planning, execution, and documentation while mentoring within a dynamic team to ensure successful project t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $180K *

Lead and support controls engineering projects for nuclear plants. Drive modernization efforts by integrating advanced technologies while ensuring project execution and client satisfaction. Collaborat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.