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.
$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...
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$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...
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$88K - $105K *
Optimize diverse civil engineering projects across Alaska. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, fostering innovative solutions in transportation and site development while managing mu...
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$88K - $105K *
Grow your career as a Civil Engineer managing impactful projects across Alaska. Enjoy hands-on design responsibilities while collaborating with teams in a dynamic environment to deliver innovative sol...
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$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's redefining civil engineering by managing diverse projects across Alaska. This hands-on role is perfect for a motivated engineer eager to gain experience in transportation design whi...
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Process Engineering Lead - Water/Wastewater
$100K - $120K *
Transform water and wastewater projects by leading design teams and driving innovative process engineering solutions from concept to completion while ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead civil design projects, from concept to final documentation, ensuring quality and collaboration across disciplines. Emphasize sound engineering judgment and effective communication throughout proj...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion civil design excellence by leading projects from concept to completion. Utilize your expertise in site development, stormwater management, and utility coordination while ensuring timely deliv...
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Civil Engineer II / III - Public Works
$89K - $131K *
Grow with us to enhance community infrastructure as a key member of our engineering team, leading the charge in transportation planning and public works projects that drive safety and reliability acro...
2 weeks ago
Geotechnical Engineer - State College, PA
$80K - $95K *
Empower our geotechnical projects by managing diverse engineering tasks, preparing reports, and enhancing client relations, while collaborating across teams to achieve technical excellence and satisfa...
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Project Manager - Engineering Design
$95K - $115K *
Champion complex engineering and construction projects across diverse sectors, ensuring successful delivery from planning to closeout. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and coordinate with...
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Project Manager - Engineering Design
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing complex multi-disciplinary projects across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with client goals and project scope from initiation to closeout. Foster collaboration and ove...
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Project Manager - Engineering Design
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of project delivery in healthcare and industrial markets. Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and client satisfa...
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Project Manager / Senior Stormwater Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and manage diverse water resources and stormwater engineering projects. Utilize your experience to maintain client relationships, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality sol...
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$78K - $83K *
Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative water/wastewater projects. Engage in hands-on experience, develop technical competencies, and collaborate with experts to enhance community sustain...
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Assistant Project Manager, Environmental Engineer
$90K - $110K *
Help us drive environmental excellence by supporting project managers and teams. Collaborate across diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality in a dynamic environment while mentoring junior st...
2 weeks ago
$87K - $107K *
Lead the charge in environmental risk management and compliance. Collaborate with teams to implement sustainability strategies while ensuring compliance with local and global EHS&S regulations, drivin...
2 weeks ago
$96K - $118K *
Lead initiatives to enhance environmental performance and sustainability at our facility. Collaborate with operations and compliance teams to develop programs, conduct assessments, and support audits...
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Hydrotechnical Engineering Trainee
$80K - $87K *
Transform your career by joining a dedicated team focused on hydrotechnical engineering, delivering world-class solutions in water resource management, and collaborating on innovative projects across...
5 days ago
Operations Engineer, Stormwater Infrastructure
$93K - $114K *
Transform the future of stormwater management by leading engineering initiatives, assessing infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enh...
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$176K - $332K *
Drive successful water/wastewater projects through expert leadership and technical support. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with regulations while ment...
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$176K - $332K *
Join a dynamic team in leading municipal water/wastewater projects. Oversee technical planning, execution, and compliance of critical infrastructure, ensuring effective project delivery while mentorin...
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Geotechnical Engineer 2 (Recent/Upcoming MS New Graduates!)
$75K - $124K *
Join our Geotechnical Engineering Team to support impactful infrastructure projects throughout Texas and the Gulf Coast. Collaborate with experienced professionals on geotechnical investigations, desi...
3 weeks ago
Drainage Engineers and Designers
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's pioneering innovative drainage solutions across large-scale projects. Help shape sustainable transportation systems while advancing your career in a collaborative, growth-focused en...
1 week ago
Drainage Engineers and Designers
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing transportation infrastructure. Join our dynamic team of Drainage Engineers and Designers, working on innovative mega-projects to propel communities forward while ensuring...
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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.