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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate mining operations by designing innovative electrical systems. Utilize your expertise in electrical engineering to enhance safety and performance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to de...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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

$104K - $143K *

Elevate electrical design by leading innovative solutions for diverse projects. Utilize your expertise to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring code compliance and delivering high-quality...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management and hydraulic evaluations. Collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies while mentoring junior engineers t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $137K *

Execute design and oversight of municipal water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and effective project coordination for engineering initiatives while supporting a dynamic, collaborative te...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $137K *

Unlock your potential as a Process Engineer, designing innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions while collaborating with diverse teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance w...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $129K *

Take ownership of designing municipal and industrial water treatment systems. Collaborate with project teams, prepare engineering specifications, and ensure compliance on-site while leading complex en...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $129K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions while ensuring the highest standards in project delivery and sustainability across diverse municipalities and indus...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $129K *

Optimize water infrastructure projects by designing and managing treatment facilities, ensuring project compliance, and collaborating with teams. Leverage your experience to enhance municipal and indu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $129K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$123K - $154K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing water and wastewater utilities through effective management, engineering, and operational oversight, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple divisi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of urban roadway design by leading complex projects, ensuring quality assurance, and mentoring a skilled team. Engage with clients and manage project scopes while leveraging your expe...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $166K *

Elevate the design and delivery of complex mechanical systems for advanced facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to lead innovative projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive growth in water and waste management sectors, fostering client relationships and leading project execution across multiple counties while ensuring strategic market initiatives...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Champion the growth of water and waste management services in West Florida. Collaborate with leaders and clients to drive project success, enhance client relationships, and support strategic initiativ...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $155K *

Take ownership of project controls processes, ensuring effective scheduling, cost management, and reporting for multiple projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and within budget...

6 days ago

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

$115K - $155K *

Champion project success by leading controls processes, ensuring deliverables meet budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop reports, and maintain effective project manageme...

6 days ago

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

$117K - $132K *

Elevate your career by managing wastewater collection systems and preventive maintenance programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, implement new technologies, and ensure compliance with r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead civil engineering projects across the GTA. Collaborate with municipalities and mentor junior engineers while ensuring technical excellence and project delivery from concept...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead civil engineering projects across the GTA, ensuring technical excellence and client engagement while mentoring junior engineers and managing project delivery from concept to completion...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage wastewater infrastructure projects from scope definition to closeout, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Collaborate with engineers and contractors while maintaining regulatory comp...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to lead advanced water resources design for infrastructure projects. You'll manage multiple tasks, mentor engineers, and support green stormwater initiatives while ensuring quality and c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Grow your career with us by applying your engineering expertise to complex drainage and stormwater projects. Collaborate with teams to design, evaluate, and implement innovative solutions while ensuri...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving business growth and strategic account management across public agencies and utilities. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and deliver integrated solutio...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$130K *

Manage complex engineering design for cathodic protection projects, ensuring effective resource utilization and technical supervision. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions while me...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $90K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and manage diverse water resources and municipal projects, enhancing community infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and client eng...

Reposted yesterday

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

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.