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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$80K - $103K *

Collaborate on municipal water and wastewater projects, assisting in design, inspections, and permitting across various facilities. Drive efficiency and quality in engineering solutions while fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $195K *

Join our innovative team to lead water resources projects, manage design, permitting, and mentoring, ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and overseeing junior staff. Drive i...

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

$75K - $95K *

Engage in design and execution of water/wastewater facility projects, ensuring collaboration across teams and compliance with regulations. Oversee project scope, budget, and timelines while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $189K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water infrastructure solutions while mentoring team members and managing projects. Drive compliance, client engagement, and contribute to effective project pla...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in water resources engineering by leading stormwater projects and managing technical designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective solutions for clients across various...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team in executing environmental investigations and remediation projects, ensuring safety and excellence while managing client relationships, budgets, and proposal development in a colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team of skilled professionals to lead innovative environmental engineering projects, ensuring compliance, quality standards, and mentoring of junior staff, while making a sustainable impact thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Join a dedicated team in providing expert environmental engineering services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, develop remediation strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance while mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead stormwater design for aviation and municipal projects. Collaborate with teams on hydrology analysis, design solutions, and oversee construction while mentoring junior engineers to promote growth...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading the hydraulic modeling and planning of water/wastewater systems. Engage with clients, coordinate complex projects, and solve critical engineering challenges that impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $171K *

Lead the charge in hydrogeology and mining environment projects, providing advanced technical expertise and oversight. Drive project delivery, ensure high-quality outcomes, and contribute to business...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $240K *

Empower regional infrastructure by leading wastewater engineering projects, driving technical excellence, and building client relationships. Foster team growth and innovation while managing diverse en...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $240K *

Join our innovative team to lead complex wastewater engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and strategic direction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to foster relationships, mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $240K *

Shape the future of wastewater management by leading complex engineering projects. Collaborate with design teams and serve as a technical expert, while guiding and mentoring staff to deliver innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $135K *

Reimagine hydrogeology by leading complex projects in water supply evaluations, groundwater remediation, and sustainability analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $171K *

Grow your career with a senior role in hydrogeology, providing technical leadership on complex mining projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality outcomes and supporting business developm...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $171K *

Join us as a Senior Hydrogeologist, utilizing your expertise to lead hydrogeology projects, ensure technical quality, and support multidisciplinary teams through the mining lifecycle, while contributi...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $240K *

Join our team to lead wastewater engineering projects, providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and delivering innovative infrastructure solutions for clients across California's complex water...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $240K *

Transform the future of wastewater management by leading engineering projects and teams, driving innovations, and mentoring staff while delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions for our key cli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $135K *

Transform complex groundwater challenges into sustainable solutions by leveraging your advanced hydrogeology expertise. Drive impactful projects, oversee field operations, and foster collaboration wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of drainage engineering by leading projects that enhance water quality and community infrastructure, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while providing innovative soluti...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $170K *

Join a multi-disciplinary team to manage and design innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects while ensuring quality and compliance through project management and technical support activ...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $170K *

Shape innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects by leading design, project management, and technical support teams. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure successful execution while ma...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving impactful Site Investigation & Remediation projects for pipeline operators, offering technical leadership and strategic client relationships across the Midwest. Enhance envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $161K *

Explore a rewarding leadership role mentoring engineers in electrical design for municipal water and wastewater projects. Drive technical success while fostering collaboration in a dynamic team dedica...

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  •   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.