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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$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water resources solutions for municipal infrastructure and land development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, sustainability, and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative water resources projects by applying your expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with diverse tea...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead innovative drainage projects, ensuring high-quality designs for transportation. Collaborate to deliver engineering solutions on time and under budget while mentoring ju...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team to design and manage innovative water/wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring successful client outcomes through effective project management and technical expertise...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $149K *

Engineer innovative solutions to enhance water resource management and infrastructure resilience. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effective hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Drive transformative drainage solutions by planning and implementing innovative projects, focusing on stormwater management and hydraulic modeling in the transportation sector while ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in technical excellence for water resources projects, partnering with teams to deliver high-quality results on schedule and budget while mentoring staff and fostering collaboration in...

3 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Engage in multidisciplinary water resources engineering, supporting municipal infrastructure and land development through hydraulic modeling, design, and regulatory compliance, contributing to sustain...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Empower infrastructure projects by leading civil design and project execution. Foster client relationships, guide junior engineers, and manage multidisciplinary teams to achieve high-quality deliverab...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in complex water resource projects, delivering innovative engineering solutions, supporting municipal clients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive project success a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $135K *

Design and innovate effective water resource solutions while collaborating with diverse teams on storm drainage, flood control, and hydrology projects. Expand your technical expertise and advance in a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water resources solutions while managing multi-disciplinary teams on significant engineering projects, enhancing community safety and resilience across diverse...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water resources projects while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage design, permitting, and analyses for transportation...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Shape the future of water resources engineering by leading impactful projects, managing teams, and collaborating with multidisciplinary experts to deliver innovative solutions for municipal clients in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping sustainable water solutions through diverse engineering projects. As a Professional Engineer, you will drive impactful designs, manage client relations, and nurture team col...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Drive multidisciplinary projects as a mid-level Water Resources Engineer. Collaborate on drainage and stormwater solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance from concept to construction. Foster team exc...

Markham, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$72K - $97K *

Help us shape innovative water resources solutions by supporting design and analysis of sustainable infrastructure projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team on a variety of engaging assignments that m...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources through innovative modeling and engineering solutions. Collaborate with diverse professionals to tackle challenging projects in surface water a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $130K *

Shape your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in diverse water resources projects. Collaborate on hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, project management, and technical reporting while enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Transform water resource management by leading diverse projects from design to execution. Ensure compliance, manage budgets, and foster client relationships while utilizing advanced engineering practi...

Yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that drives innovative water resource projects from planning to completion, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with clients and stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions t...

4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water resource projects from inception to completion. Leverage your expertise in hydrology and hydraulics to ensure regulatory compliance while fostering client...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on planning and executing innovative water resource projects while ensuring regulatory compliance, effective stakeholder communication, and management of project timelines a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Lead impactful water resource projects from planning to execution, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective stakeholder collaboration. Manage risks and develop strategic relationships to enhance p...

4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in water resource project management, from planning to compliance. Harness your expertise to design effective stormwater systems and engage with stakeholders, ensuring project success...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.