Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer Jobs

Senior water and wastewater engineers help communities and organizations plan, design, and improve the systems that deliver clean water and safely manage wastewater. These experienced professionals lead technical work across treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and other critical infrastructure. Explore vetted senior engineering opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Senior Water/Wastewater Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but senior engineers commonly evaluate existing systems, develop engineering plans, prepare technical reports, and guide projects from early studies through construction. They may oversee process, civil, or hydraulic design; review calculations and drawings; coordinate permitting; and support construction administration and commissioning. Many roles also involve mentoring engineers and working closely with clients, utilities, contractors, and regulators.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek a degree in civil, environmental, or a related engineering field, along with substantial experience in water or wastewater projects. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is often preferred or required, particularly for roles that involve approving engineering work. Valuable qualifications include knowledge of treatment processes, hydraulic modeling, design standards, regulatory requirements, project management, and technical communication.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Senior water/wastewater engineers work for engineering consultancies, water utilities, public agencies, and infrastructure organizations. Depending on the employer, they may specialize in drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment, collection and distribution systems, reuse, stormwater, or resilient infrastructure. Experienced engineers can advance into principal engineer, technical director, department manager, or project executive positions.

Find Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for senior water and wastewater engineering roles that match your expertise, location, and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers explore their next career move.

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$160K - $195K *

Empower a diverse team to lead water engineering projects, ensuring compliance and strategic growth across regions. Collaborate with leadership to drive initiatives and achieve business goals while me...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leveraging your expertise in water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design impactful projects that enhance community resources...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading civil engineering projects in municipal water and wastewater systems, collaborating with skilled teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Empower the future of municipal water and wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and delivery efforts. Manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and strengthen client relationship...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading water and wastewater projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational success by providing technical expertise in instrumentation and controls for water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering designs and processes, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$141K - $185K *

Optimize water and wastewater projects by leading design and execution efforts. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for public sector clients, ensuring project success thro...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $175K *

Shape the future of sustainable water management by designing and optimizing innovative water treatment solutions. Collaborate on impactful projects that enhance water quality and ensure compliance wi...

1 week ago

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

$82K - $136K *

Champion sustainable water management by designing and optimizing water and wastewater systems. Collaborate on projects to enhance water quality and ensure regulatory compliance while mentoring junior...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing water supply well development projects and environmental investigations. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective groundwater modeling and stakeholder engagement while de...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources. Lead hydrogeologic studies, manage projects, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure sustainable water supply development and environmenta...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Manage and lead hydrogeologic studies and water supply projects, ensuring effective collaboration and technical expertise. Drive business development and training initiatives while maintaining high st...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Drive innovative groundwater solutions by leading hydrogeologic studies and managing water supply projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver exceptional results while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Transform your career by leading hydrogeologic studies and water supply projects. Collaborate with teams, manage client relationships, and drive innovative solutions in groundwater science while ensur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Engineer innovative groundwater solutions by leading hydrogeologic studies, managing projects, and collaborating with teams to enhance water supply development and environmental investigations while e...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Manage and lead hydrogeologic studies and water supply projects, ensuring effective collaboration and technical expertise while supporting client needs and regulatory compliance in a dynamic environme...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading hydrogeologic studies and water supply projects. Manage teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive business development while fostering collaboration and technical exce...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Join a team that leads hydrogeologic studies and water supply projects, managing environmental investigations and groundwater modeling while fostering collaboration and technical excellence in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Champion innovative water supply solutions as a Senior Hydrogeologist, leading projects and teams in groundwater modeling, environmental investigations, and resource evaluations while ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $113K *

Elevate the standards of water management projects by leading technical efforts, ensuring quality deliverables, and engaging clients to meet their objectives across various water-related designs and a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $113K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water resource projects, enhancing client satisfaction and team efficiency while ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development in various wa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $113K *

Elevate your engineering career by collaborating with a skilled team, tackling critical water resource projects, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality assurance across various phases. Make an im...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $160K *

Lead the charge in assessing and improving water infrastructure systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions, prioritize projects, and ensure compliance with regulatory standa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $156K *

Empower infrastructure development by assessing water systems, identifying needs, and leading capital project planning. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $160K *

Advance your engineering career by assessing and improving water systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop infrastructure solutions, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior water/wastewater engineer do?question toggle

    A senior water/wastewater engineer plans and leads engineering work for water and wastewater infrastructure. Duties may include treatment process and pipeline design, hydraulic analysis, technical reviews, permitting support, project management, and mentoring engineering teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior water/wastewater engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly require a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or a related engineering discipline and significant relevant project experience. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is frequently preferred or required, depending on the position and jurisdiction.

  • Where do senior water/wastewater engineers work?question toggle

    They work for engineering consulting firms, water and wastewater utilities, government agencies, and infrastructure companies. Projects can involve treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, water reuse, stormwater, and system upgrades.

  • Do senior water/wastewater engineers need a PE license?question toggle

    Many senior roles prefer or require a PE license, especially when the engineer is responsible for approving or sealing designs. Requirements vary by employer, project responsibilities, and state or local regulations.

  • What is the salary for a senior water/wastewater engineer?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, experience, licensure, employer, and project scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying senior water and wastewater engineering opportunities.