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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$90K - $110K *

Lead complex electrical and instrumentation designs for diverse water projects, ensuring quality and risk management. Collaborate with teams and mentor junior staff in a senior engineering role, drivi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $175K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation and technical excellence in geotechnical engineering. Drive dam safety projects, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while contributing to s...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of impactful wastewater projects, leading planning, design, and delivery while fostering client relationships and team development to enhance community infrastructure and ensure project...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in wastewater engineering projects, fostering team collaboration and client relationships while managing budgets, schedules, and innovative design solutions for sustainable infrastruct...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Advance your career by contributing to infrastructure projects, performing detailed design tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and functionality in civil engineering...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform stormwater management operations by overseeing division activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and leading project initiatives to enhance infrastructure and service de...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$81K - $84K *

Drive meaningful environmental assessments and engagement strategies while collaborating globally with a diverse team to improve community and ecological outcomes. Contribute to impactful projects by...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Transform the construction landscape by ensuring project documentation aligns with plans and specifications. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success while managing multiple tasks in a d...

5 days ago

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

$81K - $84K *

Support impactful environmental assessments and studies, collaborating with diverse experts to drive sustainability initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic setting and contributing...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$161K - $222K *

Champion the strategic growth and performance of hydrogeology and subsurface water services, leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions across Ontario while enhancing client rela...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$161K - $222K *

Shape the future of hydrogeology and subsurface water management by leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering innovative solutions across Ontario, driving growth and performance while strengtheni...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$161K - $222K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hydrogeology and subsurface water management by leading a multidisciplinary practice across Ontario, driving innovation, and fostering client relationships to...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $110K *

Shape innovative wastewater treatment solutions by collaborating with a dedicated team to tackle complex engineering challenges, enhancing community infrastructure while advancing technical expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$161K - $222K *

Join a team that leads strategic initiatives in hydrogeology and subsurface water. Drive growth, manage multidisciplinary teams, and innovate solutions for environmental and infrastructural projects a...

Barrie, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $135K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by leading municipal roads and highways projects, coordinating teams for technical excellence, and driving successful delivery from concept to completion...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $135K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading design and delivery of major roads and highways projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and successful collaboration across multidisciplinary teams...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$85K - $135K *

Elevate infrastructure projects by playing a senior engineering role in designing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality municipal roads and highways, ensuring technical excellence and successful...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading innovative land development projects. Collaborate with engineers and planners to create impactful design solutions across diverse infrastructure types, ensuring quality...

1 week ago

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

$161K - $222K *

Shape the future of hydrogeology and subsurface water management by leading a dynamic team, driving innovation, and advancing sustainable growth across diverse projects in Ontario's water resource sec...

London, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $135K *

Play a key role in the design and delivery of infrastructure projects, leading teams and ensuring technical excellence in municipal roads and highways engineering from concept to completion, meeting a...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Champion technical excellence in geotechnical engineering through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project delivery, ensuring quality execution of subsurface investigations and en...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Innovate the geotechnical landscape by coordinating investigations, conducting evaluations, and preparing comprehensive reports. Collaborate with seasoned professionals to enhance project delivery and...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $167K *

Drive technical excellence in engineering projects, coordinating interdisciplinary efforts, managing design workflows, and ensuring compliance with regulations to enhance water and wastewater infrastr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse engineering teams, ensuring project success and compliance while driving strategic growth initiatives across the water market. Collaborate with regional leaders to...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $164K *

Shape the future of vital community infrastructure by leading design and oversight of water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with engineers and contractors to enhance safety, reliability, and sust...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.