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.
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading water and wastewater projects across Virginia and North Carolina. Drive business growth, mentor professionals, and ensure successful project delivery while enhancing client...
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$100K - $130K *
Lead and enhance our water/wastewater practice across Virginia and North Carolina. Focus on regional growth, client development, and project delivery while mentoring a skilled team in a dynamic seller...
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$100K - $130K *
Grow your career with a key role in bridge engineering, leading complex projects and ensuring quality designs that enhance infrastructure resilience while mentoring team members and sharing knowledge...
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$80K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Traffic Engineer, leveraging advanced technical skills in traffic analysis and project leadership while ensuring successful project delivery and compliance with budgets...
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Manager, Water Resource Systems
$145K - $158K *
Develop innovative solutions by leading the management of stormwater, sanitary, and natural infrastructure, driving sustainability initiatives, and enhancing municipal planning for future growth and c...
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$90K - $120K *
Manage diverse electrical design projects across multiple sectors, guiding teams while ensuring compliance with codes and quality standards. Lead from proposal to project closeout, coordinating design...
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Project Engineer - Geotechnical
$70K - $95K *
Shape successful geotechnical projects by leveraging your engineering expertise and leadership skills. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver high-quality solutions while managing complex assignme...
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$75K - $100K *
Bring your expertise to a dynamic Engineering team, supporting varied infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals while ensuring quality control on municipal engineering...
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Technical Lead, Drinking Water Treatment Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Lead innovative drinking water treatment engineering projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability. Mentor junior engineers, conduct assessments, and engage stakeholders to enhance community resili...
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Technical Lead, Drinking Water Treatment Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in innovative drinking water treatment solutions, guiding design, compliance and assessment efforts. Mentor junior staff while engaging with stakeholders to ensure sustainable practice...
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Technical Lead, Drinking Water Treatment Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative water treatment solutions that ensure safe and sustainable drinking water for communities. Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with teams to drive technica...
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Civil and Utility Design Engineer
$75K - $95K *
Innovate in a collaborative environment as you design and coordinate municipal infrastructure systems, mentoring under senior engineers while enhancing project deliverables on major Transit Rail initi...
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Project Manager- Heavy Civil / Water Infrastructure
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing heavy civil projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and safety for seamless execution from start to finish. Your expertise will ensure project success while fostering coor...
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$80K - $110K *
Elevate your career by leading structural design projects, enhancing engineering expertise, and mentoring junior talent within a dynamic team. Collaborate on innovative solutions that meet safety, qua...
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$90K - $120K *
Transform bridge design and engineering projects by leading technical and analytical efforts, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality standards in a collaborative environment. Join a dynamic team...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead impactful water and wastewater projects, ensuring excellent client service while managing budgets and timelines. Collaborate with internal teams, mentor staff, and maintain high-quality standards...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer, Geotechnical Design
$100K - $130K *
Collaborate with our inclusive geotechnical team to enhance safe mine design and operations, providing crucial engineering insights that influence risk management and operational efficiency in a high...
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$90K - $120K *
Lead project management initiatives by collaborating with clients and teams, ensuring project delivery meets design, budget, and timeline. Foster relationships and provide strategic oversight for succ...
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Client Service Director - Water/Wastewater
$185K - $308K *
Accelerate growth by strengthening client relationships and driving business development within the national water and wastewater sector. Lead multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring high-quality proj...
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Client Service Director - Water/Wastewater
$185K - $308K *
Champion client relationships and drive growth in infrastructure solutions across national water and wastewater sectors, leading teams and ensuring quality delivery while shaping strategic initiatives...
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$75K - $95K *
Champion archaeological services by leading complex projects, ensuring quality, and guiding teams. Drive safety initiatives, client consultations, and compliance with cultural resource management requ...
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$75K - $95K *
Empower your career with diverse archaeological projects, ensuring compliance and quality while leading fieldwork, analyses, and client consultations within an innovative team environment...
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$75K - $95K *
Oversee archaeological services for diverse projects, guiding teams in fieldwork, analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, while ensuring compliance and quality standards are met throughout...
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$75K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at diverse archaeological projects by leading fieldwork, managing risks, and providing expert consultation. Drive quality improvement and safeguard compliance while mentoring junio...
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Construction Inspector - Water
$83K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing our Water/Wastewater Inspection practice by conducting thorough inspections, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff while promoting a healthy work-life balance an...
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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.