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.
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in innovative water resource engineering projects, collaborating with diverse teams to provide effective hydrologic and hydraulic design and support for infrastructure solutions across...
3 days ago
$80K - $100K *
Pioneer innovative water resources solutions! Leverage your engineering expertise to design and implement stormwater infrastructure for a variety of projects, ensuring efficiency and excellence throug...
3 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team, driving water resources projects and leveraging cutting-edge technology to address complex challenges and enhance community resilience through innovative stormwat...
1 week ago
$70K - $95K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative water resource engineering solutions, conducting complex modeling and design to enhance infrastructure sustainability and resilience. Shape impactfu...
6 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to design effective water resource solutions for diverse projects, including hydrologic analyses, stormwater management, and transportation infrastructure, while advancing your car...
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$80K - $110K *
Transform water management projects by applying your engineering expertise. Collaborate with a skilled team on drainage systems, hydrology, and stormwater management while delivering impactful design...
4 days ago
Water Resources Engineer III / IV
$89K - $131K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead water resource projects, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with water rights regulations. You will analyze complex hydrology data, mentor junior staff...
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Senior Water Resources Engineer
$75K - $95K *
Drive innovative solutions in water resource engineering, managing hydrologic and hydraulic design for infrastructure projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with state standards...
3 days ago
$70K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative water resources projects, coordinating designs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive quality assurance, mentor junior staff, and engage in business de...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Join us to lead innovative water resources projects, ensuring compliance and quality in stormwater management, drainage design, and regulatory permitting while mentoring junior staff and staying ahead...
2 weeks ago
$87K - $129K *
Partner with us to enhance stormwater management solutions, utilizing innovative modeling and design skills to support complex water resource projects for municipalities and land developments, while c...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Analyze community water challenges and engineer effective solutions, developing infrastructure designs and securing funding opportunities while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance water quality...
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Water Resources Project Engineer
$82K - $101K *
Join our team to lead innovative water resources projects that enhance municipal infrastructures. Collaborate with skilled professionals and manage challenging initiatives to make a positive impact in...
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Water Resources Engineer in Training
$70K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to support innovative water resources projects, enhancing infrastructure for drainage, supply, and wastewater systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers to advance your skills...
1 week ago
Water Resources Engineer in Training
$70K - $100K *
Shape the future of water infrastructure by supporting design projects in a dynamic team. Collaborate with experienced engineers to contribute to drainage, potable water, and wastewater systems, while...
1 week ago
$85K - $135K *
Redefine the future of water resources engineering by managing and leading complex projects, supporting municipal clients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact solutio...
1 week ago
$85K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming water resources engineering projects. Contribute to complex designs and analyses while managing junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary t...
1 week ago
$100K - $135K *
Join a team that's tackling complex water resource projects while overseeing analysis and design, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure top-notch solut...
1 week ago
$100K - $135K *
Unlock innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support municipal clients and enhance water managem...
1 week ago
Water Resources Project Engineer 2
$98K - $147K *
Engage your expertise to lead complex water resource projects, overseeing planning, analysis, and design. Empower your team through mentorship while ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering...
3 weeks ago
Water Resources Engineer + InfoWorks ICM Modeler
$80K - $110K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role in water resources engineering, focusing on hydrologic and hydraulic modeling. Collaborate on projects addressing flooding challenges while applying advanced model...
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$100K - $135K *
Lead complex water resource projects, managing tasks and teams while delivering innovative engineering solutions for municipal clients and supporting multi-disciplinary collaboration...
1 week ago
Water Resources Project Engineer
$75K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to sustainable waterway engineering, tackling a variety of projects from design to construction. Engage with a collaborative group of experts to innovate solutions that pr...
Reposted 4 days ago
$70K - $95K *
Lead the charge in innovative water resource management, overseeing project design, coordinating schedules, and ensuring quality. Collaborate across teams to drive effective project completion and men...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Drive impactful water resource design projects as a technical leader, ensuring quality control and compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams...
2 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.