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.
Intermediate - Senior Environmental Engineer
$125K *
Drive impactful Environmental Engineering projects while leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and mentoring junior staff to achieve project success in a dynamic, growth-oriented enviro...
1 week ago
Intermediate - Senior Environmental Engineer
$125K *
Shape impactful Environmental Engineering projects, leading assessments and compliance efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams while mentoring junior staff in a growth-oriented environment focused on...
1 week ago
Intermediate Environmental Planner / Project Manager (Infrastructure)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing environmental planning initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations while coordinating stakeholders and integrating sustainable practices into high-profile infrastruct...
2 days ago
Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.)
$104K - $127K *
Drive innovative solutions in environmental engineering, tackling diverse water-related challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize processes, support clients, and elevate project...
2 weeks ago
Civil Design Engineer - EIT (Squamish)
$79K - $114K *
Elevate your career as a Civil Design EIT, supporting innovative municipal and commercial infrastructure projects through design, consultation, and teamwork. Join a collaborative environment focused o...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $110K *
Join our dynamic Engineering team as you provide innovative solutions for municipal infrastructure and land development projects, while gaining essential design and coordination experience under profe...
1 week ago
Experienced Environmental Scientist
$80K - $107K *
Explore impactful environmental solutions by leading contaminated sites projects and assessments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with environmenta...
2 weeks ago
$89K - $94K *
Elevate your career by ensuring compliance in construction inspections for sanitary and storm sewer facilities. Collaborate with developers, provide expert guidance, and maintain public safety standar...
5 days ago
$72K - $97K *
Join a team that drives impactful geotechnical solutions for vital infrastructure and land development projects across Western Canada, enhancing your expertise and collaboration with specialists to cr...
2 weeks ago
Senior Municipal/Civil Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative municipal infrastructure projects while managing client relationships and mentoring your team. Drive project success with your extensive civil engineering expe...
3 weeks ago
Engineer I/II/III (Hydraulic Modeling)
$73K - $131K *
Shape the future of engineering by providing technical support for diverse projects, ensuring adherence to company standards, and collaborating across teams. Deliver accurate reports and represent com...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that leads engineering design and execution across projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Own technical deliverables, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with stakeholders to achieve s...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead safety oversight in water treatment construction, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting inspections, training, and fostering a safe working environment for contractors and workers thro...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Shape the safety landscape of construction projects by overseeing EHS protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations, while providing training and support to ensure a secure working environment fo...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading construction projects with oversight on compliance and safety. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while managing inspections, change orders, and public inquir...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Collaborate with teams to drive municipal engineering projects, from design to execution, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to enhance community infrastruc...
6 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead water and wastewater projects by providing engineering expertise, coordinating design efforts, and ensuring compliance with regulations in a collaborative environment, all while contributing to i...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Innovate as a key player in bridge engineering, leading projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality. Collaborate across disciplines to exceed client expectations and drive infrastructure excellence...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative bridge engineering solutions, managing complex projects while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Build and mentor a team of structural engineers to enha...
1 week ago
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
$81K - $101K *
Advance your geotechnical expertise in a dynamic consulting environment. Engage in subsurface explorations and data analyses while collaborating with senior staff, enhancing project outcomes and maint...
2 weeks ago
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
$81K - $101K *
Engage as an Associate Geotechnical Engineer, supporting subsurface explorations and analytical tasks while ensuring quality deliverables, effective communication with teams, and compliance with safet...
2 weeks ago
Associate Geotechnical Engineer
$81K - $101K *
Shape the future of geotechnical engineering as you execute field and lab analyses, support projects, and develop innovative solutions. Collaborate with experienced professionals to deliver impactful...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Project Management Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Lead critical oversight and support for project management at a key federal facility, ensuring effective execution, compliance, and performance monitoring within established budgets and timelines, whi...
1 week ago
Sr. Project Management Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by providing comprehensive project oversight and technical support for high-stakes project management. Engage in evaluations, stakeholder reporting, and quality assurance to ensure pr...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive project success by overseeing dewatering operations, ensuring high-quality delivery, managing timelines and budgets, and fostering strong client relationships to meet and exceed expectations acr...
3 weeks ago
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.