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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$83K - $110K *

Collaborate with project teams to support client initiatives and deliver engineering solutions using AutoCAD. Contribute to technical documentation, project planning, and problem-solving to ensure suc...

Today

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

$130K - $165K *

Advance civil engineering projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring quality. Drive collaboration among diverse stakeholders while fostering a productive environment for junior engineer...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Unlock innovative transportation solutions by applying engineering expertise to roadway design. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and enhancing project outcomes while devel...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion transportation innovation while designing critical roadway projects. Collaborate remotely on high-profile assignments, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with engineering standard...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with impactful transportation projects as you design and detail roadway plans. Collaborate remotely with a dynamic team while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance across...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform transportation infrastructure through impactful roadway design. Collaborate with teams on local and national projects, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers to dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure by designing and detailing roadway projects. Collaborate on high-profile designs, mentor junior engineers, and employ advance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading roadway design projects. Collaborate with a dedicated team on high-profile initiatives while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion your career as you lead roadway design efforts, enhancing transportation projects nationwide through creativity and technical expertise while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Build your career by leading transportation improvement projects as you design and detail roadway and highway systems. Join a team dedicated to innovation while mentoring junior engineers in a remote...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you design impactful roadway projects that enhance transportation systems. Collaborate with engineers, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with engineering standards whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to apply your engineering expertise in designing innovative transportation projects while ensuring compliance with standards and advancing your professional growth in a collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at transportation projects by leveraging your engineering expertise to design and analyze roadway and multimodal systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $150K *

Elevate transportation infrastructure through innovative roadway design and engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional projects, while gaining leadership ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Optimize environmental compliance programs and oversee project execution. Manage relationships with clients and regulators, ensuring robust regulatory adherence and addressing environmental challenges...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate roadway design through innovative engineering solutions for local, county, and state projects. Collaborate remotely on high-profile initiatives, guiding junior engineers and ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$68K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to renewable energy innovation and design. As a Civil Engineer, you will collaborate on planning, design, and permitting for energy projects, driving the growth of sustain...

4 days ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Join the Renewable Energy team and play a key role in planning, designing, and permitting innovative solar projects. Collaborate with engineers and enhance your skills while impacting sustainable deve...

4 days ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team as you contribute to planning, designing, and permitting innovative solar renewable energy projects while enhancing our national practice and driving sustainable growth...

4 days ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Empower renewable energy initiatives by assisting in the planning, design, and permitting of innovative solar projects. Be a vital part of an expanding team, utilizing engineering expertise to enhance...

4 days ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Elevate renewable energy projects by planning and designing innovative solutions in civil engineering. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive sustainable development and enhance project efficiency ac...

4 days ago

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

$68K - $93K *

Drive the design and permitting of innovative renewable energy projects, collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency and use cutting-edge engineering software in a dynamic practice focused on susta...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing high-profile water infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless execution of EPC services, fostering team collaboration, and enhancing client satisfaction through strategic o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by managing diverse civil engineering projects. Leverage your expertise in transportation design, work collaboratively with teams, and enjoy valuable experience developing innovati...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Civil Engineer, managing diverse projects in Alaska's Transportation Sector. Contribute to innovative design solutions while growing your career in a collaborative environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.