Explore Wastewater Engineer Jobs

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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$126K - $211K *

Unlock innovative electrical design for industrial water projects. Lead initiatives across diverse sectors including Data Centers, Pharmaceuticals, and Oil & Gas. Collaborate with teams to optimize de...

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

$110K - $130K *

Innovate solutions for water and wastewater treatment. Collaborate with teams to design processes and support proposals while managing multiple projects and mentoring junior engineers throughout the p...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex water and wastewater projects, managing client relationships and guiding junior staff. Contribute to innovative solutions in treatment plant design and construction...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing complex water and wastewater projects, overseeing design, permitting, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and driving business development in a collabo...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative pump station and conveyance design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality solutions for water and wastewater systems, ensuring sust...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative pump station and conveyance design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality solutions while fostering client relationships and mentor...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $130K *

Manage project phases in water design, enhancing quality and efficiency while collaborating with clients and teams to drive successful deliverables and outcomes...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Drive the construction phase of water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders. Manage documentation, schedules, and field issues while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $211K *

Drive innovative water solutions as a Lead Water Engineer, managing complex projects in stormwater, water, and wastewater infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver exceptional engi...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative projects that drive growth and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives and deliver impactfu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $127K *

Optimize stormwater infrastructure by leading engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing community relations. Collaborate with departments to support effective water res...

3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder engagement. Drive project success through risk assessment, resource planning, and client rela...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in water and wastewater engineering. Drive market growth in mining and industrial sectors while mentoring a dedicated team and managing complex pro...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in innovative water/wastewater treatment projects, collaborating across teams to ensure design excellence and effective project delivery while mentoring junior staff and fostering clie...

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

$100K - $150K *

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to design and manage impactful water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and strong client relationships across various offices...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead water resources projects, performing hydrologic analysis, design, and compliance. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders from concept to construction, ensuring successful project de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $195K *

Lead the successful delivery of large-scale capital infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address complex water and w...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by engineering tailored water treatment solutions for complex hydronic systems. Collaborate with field teams to ensure project success through effective planning, troubleshooting, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Lead the charge in advancing water and wastewater treatment solutions for diverse clients. Utilize your expertise to design, evaluate, and implement systems while mentoring junior staff and driving pr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead and support engineering projects in water and wastewater utilities, ensuring effective design, management, and compliance with regulations while collaborating with teams and stakeholders...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, managing design teams, and driving business development. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Water/Wastewater projects, providing technical expertise, and guiding project teams. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and m...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Lead process optimization initiatives for centrifugal equipment, enhancing production capabilities and quality standards. Collaborate with sales and R&D teams to develop innovative solutions while ens...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's leading the design of innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with experts to develop technical designs, manage permitting, and support construction, en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and execution of innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.