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 - $97K *

Engage with our dynamic Instrumentation and Monitoring team to deliver critical technical services for major infrastructure projects, assessing data-driven engineering decisions through quality monito...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing environmental compliance programs by managing air quality management initiatives, optimizing regulatory systems, and training personnel for successful program implementati...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $156K *

Lead innovative hydromechanical projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective water resource solutions and project success ac...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $156K *

Champion hydromechanical project delivery across water infrastructure by leading teams, managing compliance, and driving innovation to meet evolving environmental challenges while ensuring quality and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as you lead key environmental projects, shaping innovative solutions in contamination investigation and compliance for diverse clients in Tennessee. Drive impactful change while ma...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in mine water management by providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and mentorship in Atlantic Canada, ensuring sustainable practices and compliance across all mining proje...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Transform water infrastructure with your engineering expertise. Lead design, oversee projects, and mentor junior staff while working collaboratively on innovative civil engineering solutions for munic...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading the growth of a Water/Wastewater practice. Shape strategies, build client relationships, and provide technical leadership across California while driving significant rev...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Transform the Water/Wastewater practice in California by leading strategic growth, fostering client relationships, and delivering exceptional engineering services. Combine technical expertise with ent...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the growth of a new Water/Wastewater practice, driving strategic client relationships, fostering team development, and delivering innovative engineering solutions throughout California...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engineer impactful water and wastewater project solutions, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction. Lead project teams, manage deliverables, and maintain high standards in project exec...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative technical solutions for diverse water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success, customer satisfaction, and a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex engineering projects while guiding a multi-disciplinary team. Drive technical excellence and innovate solutions in industrial water management, fostering quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $198K *

Lead the charge in complex engineering projects, applying advanced expertise to deliver innovative solutions. Mentor junior staff and coordinate multi-discipline teams to ensure successful project com...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $198K *

Lead diverse engineering projects by leveraging technical expertise, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate with clients and management, driving creative solutio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $198K *

Empower engineering excellence by leading complex projects, mentoring junior staff, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to ensure high quality and timely complet...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $115K *

Champion impactful civil engineering projects by developing compliant designs and conducting inspections to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance project sta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and develop innovative solutions. Your expertise will guide project delivery while ensuring excellence in planning, desig...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that provides specialized technical expertise to advance water treatment projects while independently delivering studies, designs, and mentorship, ensuring compliance with regulations and...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of municipal water treatment by applying technical expertise and engineering judgment in project delivery, compliance, and mentoring within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team env...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform client visions into reality by driving diverse land development projects. Collaborate in a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges while ensuring successful project outcomes through innova...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead diverse teams through complex project lifecycles, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery while managing budgets and resources. Drive quality and stakeholder engagement for successful ou...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to manage water/wastewater projects, oversee design solutions, and foster client relationships while collaborating with professionals across the U.S. Shape impactful projects that...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of engineering projects by leading multi-phase initiatives, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance with standards while navigating complex scheduling and cost management chal...

1 week ago

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

$91K - $160K *

Champion transportation project design, including highways and municipal systems. Lead hydraulic and drainage solutions, ensuring compliance, quality, and innovation while mentoring engineers and enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.