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Wastewater engineers help protect public health and the environment by designing, improving, and managing systems that collect, treat, and reuse wastewater. Explore vetted Wastewater Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Wastewater Engineers Do

Depending on the role and organization, wastewater engineers may develop treatment processes, evaluate plant performance, plan collection and conveyance systems, and support water reuse projects. They can prepare technical studies and design documents, assess regulatory requirements, oversee construction or commissioning, and recommend upgrades that improve reliability, efficiency, and environmental outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or another relevant engineering discipline, along with experience in wastewater treatment or water infrastructure. Useful capabilities include process and hydraulic analysis, design and modeling software, project management, technical writing, and collaboration with clients, contractors, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams. A Professional Engineer (PE) license may be required or preferred for roles involving responsible charge of engineering work.

Where Wastewater Engineers Work

Wastewater engineers work for engineering and consulting firms, municipal and regional utilities, industrial companies, and public agencies. Senior opportunities may involve leading projects or teams, advising clients, managing capital programs, or shaping treatment and reuse strategies. Responsibilities and compensation vary by employer, location, experience, and scope.

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Browse Wastewater Engineer job listings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements and responsibilities to identify positions that match your engineering background, technical strengths, and career goals.

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$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative water strategies for data centers nationwide. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, optimize resources, and drive growth in environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Innovate water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and infrastructure planning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions and drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Champion innovative water strategies for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and project delivery while mentoring teams and driving growth in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Contribute to innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence evaluations, water supply assessments, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide, leading due diligence, compliance, and project management efforts while mentoring teams and collaborating with industry leaders...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Transform water strategy initiatives for data centers by leading due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and ensure regulatory adh...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative water strategies for data centers nationwide. Drive complex regulatory programs, mentor teams, and collaborate with industry leaders to enhance environmental co...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Shape the future of water strategy for data centers nationwide. Lead complex regulatory programs, mentor teams, and drive innovation in environmental compliance while collaborating with industry leade...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead complex water strategy initiatives for data centers, overseeing due diligence, regulatory compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Transform water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide. Lead due diligence, develop sourcing strategies, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and driving innovation in environmental s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Innovate your career by leading water strategy initiatives for data centers. Drive compliance, mentor teams, and collaborate across disciplines to enhance environmental solutions nationwide while supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in water strategy for data centers, driving innovative solutions and regulatory compliance while mentoring teams and collaborating across disciplines to enhance envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead national water strategy initiatives for data centers, overseeing due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and mentor staff whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and project management efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K *

Lead the charge in planning and managing stormwater and utility projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective coordination with stakeholders. Elevate infrastructure quality through expert eng...

4 weeks ago

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

$88K - $142K *

Play a key role in advancing Water/Wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and execution efforts. Mentor emerging engineers while fostering client relationships and ensuring project success t...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering design for wastewater projects, guiding teams through complex infrastructure challenges while mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality solutions for municipal clients...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead engineering design and project teams for wastewater treatment solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables and mentoring staff while collaborating across regions to support municipal infrastruct...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform wastewater infrastructure by leading engineering teams, solving complex challenges, and delivering impactful projects that enhance environmental stewardship and community well-being...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead wastewater engineering projects, guiding teams and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate across regions, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality outcomes for municipal infrastructure, ma...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $110K *

Lead impactful water and wastewater projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and project success through effective management of scope, budget, and multidisciplinary teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful water resource projects as a Project Manager, collaborating with clients and leading a skilled team to deliver innovative engineering solutions, ensuring project success from planning...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative solutions in water resources engineering, leading diverse projects that enhance public infrastructure while maintaining high standards of quality and client service within defined b...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower progress at a leading firm by managing integrated water resource projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in flood risk management, environmental rest...

2 weeks ago

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

$116K - $166K *

Lead the planning, design, and execution of water/wastewater infrastructure projects. Oversee project delivery, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards whi...

1 month ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a wastewater engineer do?question toggle

    A wastewater engineer plans, designs, evaluates, or manages systems and processes that collect and treat wastewater. Work may include treatment plant upgrades, collection systems, water reuse, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure projects.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for wastewater engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or a related engineering field and relevant project experience. Some positions prefer or require a Professional Engineer (PE) license, particularly for work involving engineering oversight or approval.

  • What skills are important for wastewater engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include wastewater treatment process knowledge, hydraulic or process analysis, engineering design and modeling, project management, technical communication, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Where can wastewater engineers work?question toggle

    They may work for consulting and engineering firms, municipal utilities, industrial companies, and government agencies. Their projects can involve treatment facilities, collection networks, water reuse, and environmental infrastructure.

  • How can I find Wastewater Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare each position's experience, licensing, technical, and leadership requirements with your qualifications.