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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$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to lead challenging geotechnical projects, providing expert engineering solutions and ensuring quality standards across diverse sectors while mentoring junior staff and enhancing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $148K *

Take ownership of complex civil engineering functions, leading operations and projects to ensure seamless public infrastructure management and compliance with regulations while mentoring your engineer...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $129K *

Contribute to structural analyses and designs for a variety of building materials. Engage with project teams to ensure compliance with regulations and assist in developing technical documentation and...

1 week ago

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

$71K - $118K *

Support structural analysis and design efforts for basic to complex projects. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with regulations while contributing to technical documentation and...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. Lead projects, mentor engineers, and drive strategic business growth while enhancing community resilience through innovat...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater projects, fostering innovation while mentoring junior professionals. Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure infrastructure meets...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and mentor junior engineers while driving innovative...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $130K *

Transform communities by leading water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Drive planning, design, and delivery while mentoring talent and fostering client relationships to enhance sustainable sys...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Deliver expert guidance in environmental site characterization and remediation, managing projects from scoping to execution while ensuring compliance with local regulations and client objectives in va...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Drive innovative highway design projects as a Transportation Engineer, collaborating on moderate to large endeavors while managing smaller projects. Foster client relationships, mentor junior staff, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $95K *

Design innovative highway and roadway projects, collaborating within a dynamic team to manage diverse tasks. Oversee design work and project management, ensuring quality outcomes that meet industry st...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Leverage your expertise as you manage teams, enhance client relationships, and drive business development efforts from planning thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $151K *

Lead design oversight during construction activities, ensuring compliance with specifications. Collaborate with experts, manage changes, and facilitate quality assurance for successful project deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$170K - $230K *

Lead the charge in municipal water/wastewater project delivery while managing multidisciplinary teams and enhancing client relationships. Your expertise will drive project success and nurture team gro...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $230K *

Empower our team by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Bring your technical expertise and project management skills to oversee design, construction, and business development, while mento...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative water and wastewater treatment systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create solutions for municipal and private clients, while advancing your career in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming the environmental landscape through innovative remediation and assessment projects. Drive business growth, manage high-impact teams, and deliver expert technical soluti...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Empower growth in environmental remediation practices by managing projects, leading teams, and driving business development efforts to address complex site assessments and remediation challenges...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team of experts to manage complex environmental remediation projects, lead business development, and mentor junior staff while ensuring client satisfaction and project success in a fast-paced c...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in the design of advanced water and wastewater treatment facilities, focusing on mechanical process design. Mentor junior engineers while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams on...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $115K *

Champion impactful civil engineering projects in aviation. Leverage your expertise in airside and landside designs while managing project scopes, budgets, and schedules to deliver successful outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $115K *

Drive impactful airport-related civil engineering projects by managing designs for airside and landside infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project completion...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by diagnosing and restoring the built environment. Manage assessments and provide technical insights on complex projects across roofing and building systems while advising junior t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive impactful land development projects by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance urban infrastructure, stormwater systems, and roadway networks, making lasting contributions to commu...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career as you diagnose and develop innovative restoration solutions for buildings and infrastructure. Manage complex assessments and provide expert recommendations, ensuring quality outco...

1 week ago

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

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.