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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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$88K - $105K *

Manage efficient project execution in water/wastewater treatment, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster team collaboration and client relationships while overseeing project scopes and schedul...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative water/wastewater design projects, managing multi-disciplined teams to deliver effective solutions for municipal and industrial clients while ensuring project scope, budget, and timeli...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing small EPC projects, ensuring successful execution of engineering, procurement, and construction scopes while coordinating teams and delivering on performance, quality, and...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion the delivery of large-scale water infrastructure projects by leading diverse teams to achieve project success while advancing community benefits and sustainability initiatives within a high-i...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage in leading field operations for water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety and quality standards. Foster a collaborative team environment while managing logi...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $135K *

Shape the future of water resources engineering by leading multi-discipline projects. Collaborate with teams to innovate and deliver high-quality designs, ensuring compliance with regulations and proj...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $135K *

Empower communities by leading impactful water resources engineering projects. Collaborate effectively to design innovative solutions, manage project schedules, and ensure compliance with environmenta...

Columbia, MDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional project management for medium to large EPC projects, overseeing execution, client satisfaction, and team leadership to ensure on-time, on-budget success while fostering valuable cl...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$202K - $343K *

Champion the successful execution of complex EPC projects, overseeing risk management, quality, and client satisfaction while leading cross-disciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with contractual o...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing impactful water and wastewater treatment projects. Guide teams to deliver quality solutions, cultivate client relationships, and ensure project success across North Carolin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing biological treatment systems through innovative solutions. Collaborate closely with clients and internal experts, leveraging your technical expertise to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative stormwater management solutions. Collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring environmental compliance and effective design from concept to construction while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $130K *

Drive water resource projects by leading a talented team from planning to construction. Collaborate effectively with clients and stakeholders, while ensuring project success and fostering business dev...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $130K *

Drive your career with an opportunity to lead engineering teams on impactful water resource projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction while developing project plans and specifications an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $130K *

Reimagine water resource management by leading diverse engineering teams through project planning, design, and construction phases. Collaborate on innovative solutions while cultivating client relatio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a team of engineers on diverse water resource projects, guiding them from planning through design to construction while fostering collaboration and business development...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   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 6 days 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 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in electrical and I&C design for water/wastewater projects, managing teams, budgets, and project scope while mentoring engineers and ensuring timely, quality project delivery through e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $225K *

Lead the charge in providing technical expertise and project management for diverse water resources projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client solutions and drive sustainable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$126K - $206K *

Lead impactful infrastructure projects while managing teams, mentoring engineers, and enhancing client relationships. Drive project delivery and strategic growth within a dynamic Water/Wastewater prac...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $142K *

Join a dynamic team to manage Water/Wastewater projects, overseeing planning, budgeting, and client relations while mentoring emerging engineers and ensuring quality outcomes in a collaborative enviro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $211K *

Elevate your career by leading and designing water/wastewater infrastructure projects. Drive client success through effective management, mentoring, and collaboration within a dynamic team, all while...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $140K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance infrastructure solutions across Virginia and North Carolina...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.