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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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$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative water/wastewater solutions by leveraging your electrical engineering expertise, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality utility projects on time and with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $212K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative water and wastewater solutions. Manage diverse infrastructure projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships in a dynamic cons...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$121K - $203K *

Lead the charge in water and wastewater projects, managing design delivery and multidisciplinary teams. Engage stakeholders to ensure project success and support essential community infrastructure imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Grow your career with a leading engineering firm, providing technical leadership and strategic planning for water infrastructure projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with desi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead multi-discipline water resources projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring quality and stakeholder satisfaction from planning through construction s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $111K *

Advance your career by conducting advanced engineering analyses and collaborating on wastewater systems projects. Utilize hydraulic modeling and lead continuous improvement efforts while mentoring tec...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading wastewater infrastructure projects that enhance community resilience. Collaborate with a skilled team to drive innovative solutions while managing project lifecycles and me...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $109K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources projects, tackling stormwater management, floodplain mapping, and hydraulic analyses. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective soluti...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $109K *

Join our team to tackle complex water resources challenges, enhancing stormwater management and floodplain mapping. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for public...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $109K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex water resources challenges. Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative solutions for stormwater management, floodplain mapping, and hydrologic analyse...

3 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion the delivery of complex water and wastewater projects, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality execution and compliance t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the planning and execution of municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance across all project phases. Drive t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $242K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering multi-billion-dollar capital projects, ensuring strategic alignment and risk-informed execution across diverse units. Drive innovation and continuous improvement whil...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Develop and oversee project plans, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while coordinating resources and maintaining quality control throughout the project lifecycle...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $139K *

Lead and innovate in potable water and wastewater engineering projects, guiding a team through planning, design, and construction oversight to improve public infrastructure reliability and efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $139K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing public infrastructure through innovative water and wastewater project engineering. Lead multidisciplinary projects, mentor talent, and drive business developm...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure by managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Bring your expertise to design, develop, and deliver innovative s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing water and wastewater solutions through innovative engineering. Manage projects from inception to completion while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $155K *

Inspire impactful change by managing diverse water/wastewater projects, enhancing sustainability, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions that elevate communitie...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $155K *

Manage multifaceted water/wastewater projects, driving sustainability and innovative solutions while overseeing teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Your leadership will play a critical role in enh...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $135K *

Empower your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Manage planning, design, and construction while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and enh...

1 week ago

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

$118K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction while fostering client relationships and mentoring teams to deliver innovative solution...

1 week ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by managing design, quality control, and client relations. Collaborate with a talented team to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring timely executio...

1 month ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Transform water infrastructure projects through effective management and design, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address needs in water and wastewa...

1 month ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Lead water/wastewater project management efforts, guiding teams through design, execution, and client engagement for diverse infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-paced en...

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.