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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$112K - $175K *

Champion project excellence in the water/wastewater/utilities sector by managing teams and client relationships, ensuring timely delivery, quality control, and budget adherence while leading innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $192K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering advanced consulting solutions. Leverage your expertise to analyze complex operations, facilitate client collaborations, and cultivate junior talent while dri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $100K *

Empower your career by developing large-scale transportation engineering projects that align with client and regulatory requirements, while enhancing your expertise through collaboration and technical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Innovate within plumbing and fire protection engineering by leading design efforts, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with project managers and clients to del...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional environmental solutions. As a key project manager, you will oversee complex challenges, ensuring timely, compliant outcomes that exceed client ex...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $125K *

Engineer innovative wastewater treatment solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance project delivery and client relationships, while contributing to impactful community infrastructure and ensuri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $125K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Geotechnical Design Group focused on innovative solutions for municipal projects. Collaborate with teams in various settings to engineer designs and support const...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by applying geotechnical engineering expertise to design and analysis, driving impactful solutions in diverse civil projects and enhancing community safety and resil...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to prepare detailed engineering drawings, conduct design calculations, and support project execution in land development and capital works projects...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$86K - $93K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering detailed designs from concept to construction. Collaborate across projects, optimize solutions, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring all technical stan...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to advance construction project management through hands-on experience in geotechnical construction, contributing to job site management and ensuring quality control with progressi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of environmental services by leading a diverse team on complex projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving business growth while fostering a commitment to saf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative environmental solutions by leading a diverse team to manage complex projects across various service lines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and driving business grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead and grow our environmental business, overseeing a team of experts in site assessment, ecology, and cultural resources, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and managing divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $142K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading design efforts and managing project documentation. Collaborate with teams and clients while ensuring compliance and quality across multiple construction proj...

Yesterday

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

$125K - $160K *

Lead geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring safe execution and compliance with standards while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for transportation infrastructure...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Optimize geotechnical engineering practices for transportation projects, leading investigations, analyses, and design efforts. Manage project teams, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $160K *

Deliver engineering and consulting services for transportation projects, leading field investigations, design analysis, and project management to ensure compliance and quality in geotechnical engineer...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by leading geotechnical engineering projects for major transportation infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally, conduct complex analyses, and ensure compliance while managi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $140K *

Innovate with a dynamic team as you lead and manage complex geotechnical projects, ensuring client satisfaction while delivering high-quality results on time and within budget...

2 days ago

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

$70K - $91K *

Drive impactful utility infrastructure projects from planning to construction ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams and represent the department in various engageme...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $110K *

Drive successful project outcomes by leading on-site engineering inspections, ensuring compliance with construction documents and building codes while collaborating with diverse teams on challenging p...

4 days ago

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

$107K - $196K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping impactful water and wastewater projects. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and oversee multi-discipline teams to deliver quality engineering solutions in a c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $196K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater management! This role involves leading design efforts, coordinating across disciplines, ensuring client satisfaction, and promoting innova...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $196K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and manage municipal water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving innovation and quality within a dynamic, high-p...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.