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.
Intermediate Electrical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Empower your engineering career by designing innovative electrical systems for transportation infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient traffic signal and highway l...
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Shape and enhance electrical systems for transportation infrastructure projects, focusing on traffic signals and highway lighting. Collaborate with teams to ensure high standards of design, compliance...
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Design and implement cutting-edge electrical systems for transportation infrastructure, ensuring compliance and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams throughout project phases and contributing t...
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
$75K - $90K *
Contribute to the design and execution of electrical systems for transportation projects, ensuring code compliance and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams throughout all project phases, from pl...
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing cutting-edge electrical systems for transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance traffic signal and highway lighting systems a...
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Principal Conveyance Engineer - Civil Engineering
$136K - $184K *
Join a team that's leading the charge in designing critical municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. Drive complex projects, mentor engineers, and deliver sustainable solutions across Ontario an...
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Principal Conveyance Engineer - Civil Engineering
$136K - $184K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the technical planning and delivery of critical municipal water and infrastructure projects. Shape resilient communities by providing expert guidance and mentoring while dr...
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Principal Conveyance Engineer - Civil Engineering
$136K - $184K *
Elevate urban infrastructure by leading complex municipal water and wastewater projects. Guide teams through planning and delivery while mentoring talent and fostering client relationships to ensure r...
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Principal Conveyance Engineer - Civil Engineering
$136K - $184K *
Lead the planning and delivery of vital municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Provide technical expertise, mentor teams, and ensure excellence across all phases while driving sustain...
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Project Engineer - Land Development
$75K - $95K *
Lead impactful land development projects across Reno, shaping community growth from concept to construction while collaborating with key stakeholders and municipalities to deliver high-quality infrast...
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Ingénieur ou ingénieure de projets - Hydroélectrique et Barrages
$100K - $120K *
Join us in leading hydrotechnical engineering projects, ensuring safety and innovation in hydroelectric facilities, and mentoring junior engineers while fostering client relationships across various s...
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Ingénieur ou ingénieure de projets - Hydroélectrique et Barrages
$100K - $120K *
Pioneer your career with impactful project engineering in hydroelectric and dam infrastructure. Lead technical analysis, mentor junior engineers, and shape innovative solutions while collaborating wit...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's tackling complex water resource challenges for OCONUS projects, providing expert engineering leadership and technical guidance to support international initiatives and achieve susta...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for complex international water resource projects. Oversee technical teams and provide guidance to partner nations, ensuring successful implementatio...
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$95K - $115K *
Inspire innovative solutions in complex water resource projects OCONUS. Take the lead in providing technical expertise, directing engineering services, and managing teams to ensure alignment with inte...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive impactful water resource solutions as a Senior Technical Lead managing OCONUS projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to provide expert guidance in engineering while ensuring compliance with in...
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$95K - $115K *
Support the Engineering Division as a Senior Engineering Technical Lead for OCONUS water resource projects in Latin America, coordinating technical efforts to solve complex engineering challenges and...
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$95K - $115K *
Elevate your engineering career by leading a team of civil engineers in designing and managing impactful projects that enhance community safety and sustainability. Collaborate on ecosystem restoration...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion a high-performing team of civil engineers delivering innovative designs and ensuring project quality and safety standards in infrastructure and military project applications while mentoring j...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead a dynamic engineering team, guiding civil works projects through design, construction, and maintenance to ensure optimal public safety and project performance while nurturing the growth of junior...
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$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of engineering projects by leading a team of civil engineers, ensuring quality design and implementation while mentoring junior staff and overseeing project safety and compliance. Drive...
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Project Engineer - Land Development
$90K - $135K *
Develop and manage comprehensive land development projects across multiple sectors, emphasizing residential, industrial, and commercial designs while overseeing technical tasks and ensuring excellent...
4 weeks ago
$107K - $148K *
Make your mark at the forefront of environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations through meticulous reporting, recordkeeping, and collaboration with engineering and operations profession...
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Civil Project Engineer- Site/Transportation
$70K - $95K *
Architect projects that enhance community infrastructure by leading civil engineering efforts. Collaborate with a team to design innovative solutions like roadways, traffic systems, and stormwater sys...
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Natural Resources Project Manager
$70K - $95K *
Drive sustainable solutions as you manage environmental projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and fostering collaboration with regulatory agencies and st...
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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.