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 engineering career by designing innovative electrical systems for transportation infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient traffic signal and highway l...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

3 weeks ago

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

$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...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

Laval, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

Yesterday

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

$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...

Yesterday

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

$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...

Yesterday

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

$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...

Yesterday

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

$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...

Yesterday

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

$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...

4 days ago

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

$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...

4 days ago

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

$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...

4 days ago

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

$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...

4 days ago

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

$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

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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

$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...

4 weeks 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.