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.
Ingénieur(e) en hydrologie et hydraulique minière
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hydrology and hydraulics in mining projects. Contribute to multi-disciplinary initiatives, conducting studies and designing water management structures while...
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Ingénieur(e) en hydrologie et hydraulique minière
$85K - $100K *
Drive innovative hydrology solutions in mining, supporting multidisciplinary projects that promote effective water management. Collaborate with specialized engineers to ensure sustainable practices an...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Engage as a leader to develop and mentor a dynamic stormwater team while overseeing complex projects. Foster collaboration, drive innovation, and build client relationships to enhance project delivery...
2 weeks ago
Water & Wastewater Project Engineer
$91K - $129K *
Join a skilled team to lead water/wastewater projects from planning to construction. Collaborate with experts to enhance municipal systems, focusing on design, funding, and technical guidance. A passi...
2 weeks ago
Water & Wastewater Project Engineer
$91K - $129K *
Innovate with us to deliver complex water/wastewater projects, managing everything from planning and design to construction. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing treatment facilities and driving s...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive water treatment excellence as a senior engineer, guiding projects from design to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with re...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving innovative solutions in water treatment projects. You will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance and providing technical expertise while mentoring junior engineers and...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join our team to contribute specialized expertise in water treatment engineering, delivering innovative solutions for municipal projects across BC. This senior role involves technical leadership, proj...
3 weeks ago
Energy Project Engineer - Civil
$100K - $130K *
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement utility and renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior engineers throughout the project lif...
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Energy Project Engineer - Civil
$100K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead civil engineering design for utility and renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance and quality control while overseeing project collaboration and mentoring junior engi...
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Structural Engineer - Hydropower Sector
$90K - $110K *
Drive excellence in structural engineering by leading major hydropower and energy infrastructure projects. Collaborate with clients and design teams to deliver high-quality designs and ensure complian...
2 days ago
Project Manager (P.E.) - Water/Wastewater
$95K - $115K *
Drive the future of water/wastewater engineering by managing key projects, leading teams, and expanding client relationships while ensuring quality and technical excellence across diverse municipal an...
1 week ago
Environmental Scientist II - Regulatory Compliance
$90K - $120K *
Elevate your career by managing complex environmental compliance projects. Collaborate with regulatory agencies, ensuring adherence to North Dakota’s guidelines while supporting diverse clients. Play...
2 weeks ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of building infrastructure by leading investigations and design projects focused on steel and concrete rehabilitation. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality engineeri...
1 week ago
Hydrotechnical Engineer - Hydropower and Dams
$100K - $120K *
Partner with us to manage dynamic water resources projects, prepare technical reports, and enhance hydropower solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative energy solu...
1 week ago
Structural Engineer - Dams & Hydropower
$85K - $113K *
Engage in impactful structural engineering projects focusing on hydraulic structures. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team while designing, assessing, and supporting dams, hydropower, and water...
5 days ago
$80K - $97K *
Optimize commercial irrigation systems through skilled design, installation, and maintenance. Collaborate with staff and manage projects ensuring efficient operation across City facilities while train...
5 days ago
$71K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring environmental compliance and driving sustainability initiatives. You will play a key role in managing regulatory tasks, conducting audits, and fostering a zero...
Yesterday
$88K - $125K *
Drive the future of municipal infrastructure by leading design projects, mentoring teams, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions while collaborating with clients and regulatory agencies thr...
2 weeks ago
$156K - $208K *
Contribute to innovative land development and infrastructure projects by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, leveraging your design expertise in civil engineering to deliver high-quality solut...
3 weeks ago
$156K - $208K *
Elevate your career as you collaborate with a dynamic team to design innovative site and civil engineering solutions for diverse land development projects, ensuring efficient planning and execution in...
3 weeks ago
Hydraulic Project Engineer / Project Coordinator - Water/Wastewater
$85K - $100K *
Manage project execution and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative water and wastewater infrastructure solutions while fostering client relationships and ensuring technical quality across...
1 week ago
$150K - $220K *
Lead the charge in innovative civil engineering initiatives focused on water resource and conveyance projects. Collaborate with skilled professionals to ensure the highest quality designs, drive proje...
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Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer/Project Manager
$130K - $149K *
Shape the future of water infrastructure by managing diverse pipeline projects from design through execution, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction while mentoring junior staff and optimiz...
5 days ago
Mechanical Engineer (Hydropower)
$88K - $105K *
Transform the future of hydropower as a senior Mechanical Engineer, leveraging advanced technical expertise to enhance power generation systems, ensure reliability, and drive innovative engineering so...
1 week ago
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.