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.
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.
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.
Stormwater Engineer - Mid-Level
$70K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to tackle critical flood risk management projects. Engage in innovative stormwater infrastructure design, modeling, and analysis to enhance community resilience and protect against...
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$95K - $155K *
Engage in the design of electrical power systems for municipal facilities, collaborating with professionals on complex projects. Deliver high-quality designs while driving business development and fos...
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$80K - $110K *
Champion effective stormwater management by leading design projects and mentoring staff. Enhance client relationships and deliver innovative solutions for public sector clients, focusing on ecosystem...
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$80K - $110K *
Join a team that leads innovative stormwater management solutions, enhancing community resilience while mentoring junior engineers and strengthening client relationships throughout Central Texas...
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$90K - $120K *
Champion effective stormwater management by leading diverse engineering projects, enhancing client relationships, mentoring junior staff, and driving business development efforts across Central Texas...
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$95K - $155K *
Take ownership of diverse electrical engineering projects, focusing on power distribution and system design for municipal facilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and lead project executio...
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$95K - $155K *
Design and optimize electrical power distribution systems for municipal facilities, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects from concept to construction. Collaborate, mentor, and...
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$80K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading stormwater engineering projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams while ensuring quality standards and innovation in Central Texas flood management and e...
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Civil/Environmental Assistant Engineering Manager
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that inspires innovation in environmental and civil engineering. Lead complex projects in water resources and wastewater, guiding technical specialists and ensuring compliance while delive...
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Civil/Environmental Assistant Engineering Manager
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in environmental engineering for power generation projects. Manage multi-disciplinary teams, oversee project compliance, and deliver innovative design solutions while maintaining budge...
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Civil/Environmental Assistant Engineering Manager
$85K - $110K *
Drive the development of innovative environmental engineering solutions in power generation, managing diverse projects and leading a team of experts to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery...
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$70K - $95K *
Engage in diverse water and wastewater projects, managing design and execution while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This role emphasizes project management, technical support, and effect...
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$70K - $95K *
Join a team that's tackling critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role requires managing diverse technical tasks while collaborating across disciplines to drive project success a...
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$70K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to design and manage infrastructure projects for water and wastewater, ensuring efficient collaboration across disciplines while delivering high-quality engineering solutions and p...
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$70K - $95K *
Elevate your career by engaging with multidisciplinary teams to design, manage, and optimize water and wastewater infrastructure projects while ensuring project success through effective communication...
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$70K - $95K *
Grow your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects, managing designs, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while delivering impactful i...
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$70K - $95K *
Drive impactful infrastructure projects by leveraging your engineering expertise in water and wastewater systems. Lead design efforts, provide technical insights, and collaborate with diverse teams to...
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$70K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming water infrastructure through innovative design and project management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive impactful water, wastewater, and u...
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Project Engineer - Civil Services
$75K - $125K *
Contribute to civil excavation projects by preparing bids, analyzing documents, and providing project support. Collaborate between office and field teams to enhance efficiency and ensure successful pr...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advancing water resources design by providing expert technical leadership, mentoring professionals, and shaping innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges in national i...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead advanced water resources design projects, influencing engineering standards and practices while mentoring emerging leaders and enhancing technical reputation in national fo...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Lead complex water resource design projects, mentor future engineers and support practice innovation. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance national standards in hydraulic and dam engineering, ens...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Elevate your impact by leading complex water resource design projects. Guide teams, mentor future leaders, and contribute to innovative practices while ensuring technical excellence in high-stakes eng...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Join our team to shape the future of water resources design by providing expert technical leadership across complex engineering projects, mentoring future professionals, and enhancing practice standar...
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National Technical Specialist - Dams, Levees, Hydraulic Structures, & Coastal Infrastructure
$100K - $130K *
Grow your career with a senior technical leader role shaping national Water Resources Design. Influence complex projects, advance practice standards, and mentor future leaders as you deliver innovativ...
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What qualifications do I need to become a Water Resources Engineer?
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?
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?
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.