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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$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

$95K - $157K *

Drive impactful municipal water/wastewater engineering projects through technical expertise, effective team collaboration, and client engagement, ensuring project success from design to construction p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $147K *

Manage and lead complex water/wastewater design projects while fostering strong client relationships and collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative engineering solutions, ensuring project...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $203K *

Lead the charge in water and wastewater projects, managing design delivery and multidisciplinary teams. Engage stakeholders to ensure project success and support essential community infrastructure imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $203K *

Launch your career by managing impactful water/wastewater projects. Oversee project delivery, coordinate interdisciplinary teams, and engage clients to ensure the success of essential community infras...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$127K - $212K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative water and wastewater solutions. Manage diverse infrastructure projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships in a dynamic cons...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $193K *

Lead the charge in managing wastewater infrastructure projects, collaborating with experts to enhance community resilience and sustainability across the Northeast while ensuring compliance with budget...

2 weeks ago

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

$129K - $212K *

Lead comprehensive infrastructure financing initiatives, enhancing client operations through strategic financial planning and risk management, while mentoring less experienced colleagues to promote gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $156K *

Lead and inspire a dedicated team at a 24/7 water treatment facility, ensuring compliance, efficient operations, and effective project management to meet regulatory standards while fostering a strong...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $156K *

Transform the operations of a 24/7 water treatment facility, leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance, performance, and efficiency. Drive project success while fostering a strong team culture in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Solve complex environmental challenges by managing investigations and remediation projects, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and drive successful outcomes for clie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $156K *

Lead a dynamic 24/7 water treatment facility, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while mentoring a dedicated team to achieve daily performance goals in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $156K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations at a 24/7 water treatment facility. Oversee teams, ensure regulatory compliance, manage projects efficiently, and foster a strong team culture while troublesho...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform pipeline design and rehabilitation through innovative solutions and expertise. Lead projects from planning to construction, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring junior engineer...

6 days ago

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

$71K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to geotechnical excellence, supporting investigations and engineering analyses for diverse infrastructure projects while growing your expertise and contributing to success...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career as a leader in pipeline engineering, managing projects and client relationships while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovative solutions in mid-stream oil and gas pipeline...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join our team and lead in environmental consulting as you mentor staff, manage key projects, and develop client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality outcomes for business gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative coastal engineering solutions on the Atlantic Seaboard. Lead projects, manage clients, and mentor juniors while ensuring quality and timeliness in complex coastal...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.