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.
$95K - $115K *
Transform subsurface data into actionable insights, ensuring quality and safety while overseeing testing and site assessments for environmental and geologic conditions across various projects for opti...
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$85K - $102K *
Innovate in mechanical engineering by leading design projects, applying advanced concepts, and coordinating team activities. Provide technical expertise, mentor engineers, and enhance the effectivenes...
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$110K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading challenging environmental projects focused on site assessment and remediation. Manage teams, budgets, and client relationships while directing multi-disciplinary efforts wi...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative projects in municipal water and wastewater design, overseeing budgets and schedules while fostering critical relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure sustainable water so...
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$81K - $121K *
Build your career by playing a key role in coordinating construction efforts, managing data, and ensuring project success for infrastructure initiatives with a focus on client-centric solutions...
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$81K - $121K *
Unlock potential by coordinating construction projects, managing data, and ensuring effective communication with contractors and stakeholders while driving innovation and client-focused solutions for...
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$81K - $121K *
Elevate project success by coordinating data collection and field reviews on construction projects. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, budgets, and change orders while ensuring integrity and...
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$100K - $120K *
Deliver impactful infrastructure solutions by leading highway projects, performing comprehensive analyses, and ensuring top-tier quality control. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentori...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead infrastructure projects by analyzing data, designing systems, and conducting quality control. Manage teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with regulations while achieving project mil...
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$85K - $100K *
Drive impactful engineering solutions by collaborating on diverse Navy construction projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and providing expert geotechnical support throughout the...
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$110K - $130K *
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to lead engineering projects, tackle complex challenges, and mentor junior engineers. Drive technical excellence, ensure compliance with industry standards, an...
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$95K - $115K *
Innovate geotechnical and civil engineering solutions while leading exploration and design efforts. Manage field engineering activities and business development initiatives within a collaborative team...
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Electrical Senior Project Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Lead impactful electrical design and project delivery for water and wastewater systems. Enhance community infrastructure through innovative solutions, managing projects from concept to completion, and...
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Electrical Senior Project Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading electrical design for critical water/wastewater projects. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, ensure project success, and enhance community infrastructure with innovative solu...
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Electrical Senior Project Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading complex electrical engineering designs for water and wastewater infrastructure. You'll manage project execution, drive innovation, and support community-focused solution...
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Environmental Engineer, Compliance/ Air
$95K - $150K *
Deliver impactful environmental solutions while managing compliance programs for aerospace and manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance monitoring and fulfill regulatory obligations in...
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Electrical Senior Project Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead impactful electrical design and project delivery for water and wastewater infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and performance from planning through construc...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to drive the design and execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and efficiency across various client engagements while mentoring junior engineer...
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Senior Project Manager - Water
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading impactful flood risk management projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll mentor future professionals and work collaboratively to deliver diverse, complex projects a...
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Senior Project Manager - Water
$110K - $130K *
Lead high-profile flood risk management projects, mentor teams, and deliver complex programmes across clients in the Midlands, ensuring quality, compliance, and innovation throughout the project lifec...
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$124K - $150K *
Shape the future of infrastructure by leading diverse civil engineering projects, managing teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring client satisfaction while navigating complex regulatory environments...
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$95K - $115K *
Architect impactful civil engineering solutions that exceed client expectations, manage projects of varying complexity, and mentor a collaborative team of professionals to enhance delivery and foster...
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Senior Water Resources Project Manager
$145K - $218K *
Transform and lead complex water resources projects across Colorado, engaging multidisciplinary teams from initial planning through to construction while nurturing client relationships and mentoring t...
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Senior Water Resources Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead and deliver water resources projects across Colorado from planning through design and construction. Manage teams, foster client relationships, and mentor future leaders to enhance community resil...
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$80K - $95K *
Help us provide engineering and consulting services across diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with clients and project teams. Take on responsibilities of management...
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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.