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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$225K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at power procurement by leading customer engagement and closed deals. Oversee long-term PPA execution, strategy across sectors, and market positioning while nurturing key utility r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $178K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on the design and analysis of advanced nuclear piping systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements while mentorin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $190K *

Empower business transformation by identifying AI opportunities, analyzing processes, and developing blueprints for agentic workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive impactful recommendations...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $108K *

Drive data-driven financial analysis to enhance project cost management, collaborating cross-functionally to monitor costs, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights that support strategic deci...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client and stakeholder...

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Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the standard of subcontract administration through expert management of high-risk contracts. Lead performance monitoring and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration across teams to ach...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and strategic supplier management for a multi-billion dollar revenue business, while enhancing efficiency and fostering positive supplier r...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving growth and customer excellence. Shape high-performing teams, enhance client relationships, and spearhead innovative solutions in advanced manufactur...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $152K *

Lead a team of Network Engineers to assess, design, and implement cutting-edge network solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues, drive vendor requirements, and ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential in technical sales by cultivating relationships and delivering innovative solutions in construction materials to drive business growth and enhance customer satisfaction across th...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $220K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading the development of innovative healthcare software. Drive technical direction, ensure system reliability, and mentor a growing team as you scale expertise and...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance category management strategies to enhance supply chain performance. Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers, analyze market trends, and optimize cost and delivery solutions for enterprise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing environmental projects and leading teams to ensure compliance and deliver innovative solutions, while developing robust client relationships and enhancing operational e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$248K - $310K *

Lead a team tackling high-fidelity code representation in a player-coach role. Drive the integration of coding agents, shape architecture, and enhance developer experience while cultivating a high-per...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Engineer robust cybersecurity applications that drive risk analytics in regulated environments. Leverage full-stack skills in design, APIs, and CI/CD processes while collaborating across teams to enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining process engineering in semiconductor water treatment. Leverage your expertise in ultrapure water and wastewater systems to design, optimize, and implement essential solut...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by architecting cutting-edge AI/ML solutions to enhance cloud and analytics systems, ensuring robust integration with enterprise architectures while leading responsible AI practice...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of fire protection and plumbing operations by leading strategic initiatives and managing departmental policies. Collaborate with executives to enhance performance and drive client sat...

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2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $113K *

Optimize distribution processes and enhance logistics operations through data-driven strategies and continuous improvements, driving efficiency and performance within a collaborative team environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $216K *

Unlock potential by leading global tax provision and financial reporting, ensuring compliance under ASC 740. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex tax positions and develop efficie...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of logistics by leading process design and optimization initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop scalable solutions that enhance operational excellence and drive custome...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$57K - $104K *

Drive innovative relay settings solutions while collaborating with engineers, clients, and teams to design resilient utility substation and renewable energy projects from concept through implementatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $163K *

Lead Agile teams to deliver business outcomes through effective project management and facilitative leadership. Engage stakeholders, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring align...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $122K *

Unlock potential by driving go-to-market strategies for leading design platforms, while translating complex technical features into clear customer benefits. Collaborate cross-functionally to create im...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a role focused on supplier engagement, contract negotiation, and subcontract administration in an EPC environment. Leverage your extensive experience to manage relationships, dev...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.