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.

Find Wastewater Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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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$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leveraging your expertise in water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design impactful projects that enhance community resources...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $165K *

Shape the future of municipal water infrastructure by leading complex projects, ensuring efficient execution, safety, and quality standards while collaborating across teams to deliver exceptional resu...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring junior staff and enhancing client relationships across Sout...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, from planning to execution. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff and fostering cli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water treatment projects. Lead diverse teams through planning, design, and construction phases while ensuring project efficiency and client satisfaction across...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, from planning to execution. Utilize your technical expertise to mentor teams, ensure project efficiency, and foster client relationsh...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in project management by leading diverse water and wastewater treatment projects. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficienc...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater projects from planning to commissioning. Collaborate with teams, ensure project efficiency, and mentor junior staff while driving business development in South...

London, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $91K *

Elevate your career as a Design Engineer, focusing on innovative water/wastewater solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, analyze, and improve systems, ensuring compliance with environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative pipeline design and rehabilitation. Collaborate with experts, conduct assessments, and mentor junior staff while tackling diverse projects across the U.S. in...

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading the design and construction of wet utilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring ju...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$107K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Municipal Engineer, leading the design and construction of wet utilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and quality while managing proje...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$100K - $166K *

Explore a rewarding leadership role mentoring engineers in electrical design for municipal water and wastewater projects. Drive technical success while fostering collaboration in a dynamic team dedica...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of water/wastewater infrastructure by leading projects from planning to construction. Drive client satisfaction and business development while managing multidisciplinary teams in a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative water solutions, managing projects from design to delivery. Leverage your expertise in water/wastewater engineering to enhance client relationships and mento...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $234K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure! As a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer, you'll lead projects, manage client relationships, and drive innovative solutions in the Pacific N...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic water engineering team. Lead impactful projects, mentor new talent, and further develop your expertise in water and wastewater design and management, driving i...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer, leading project delivery, client management, and team development in the dynamic Southwest market. Shape the future of water infrastru...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on project delivery and client engagement in water and wastewater engineering. Contribute your expertise while fostering innovation and mentorship withi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative water/wastewater solutions, managing projects, teams, and client relationships. You'll drive success through technical guidance while fostering growth and colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading innovative water and wastewater projects, managing client relationships, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions in the Pacific Northwest...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading utility engineering projects from inception to completion, collaborating with diverse teams to solve complex challenges and ensure compliance with specifications, codes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by applying your engineering expertise to design innovative drainage solutions for transportation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance public safety and mobil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Lead cross-functional teams in delivering custom EI&C designs for water technologies, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets while mitigating risks and enhancing customer satisfaction thr...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $111K *

Lead and supervise operations at the wastewater treatment plant, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing staff and maintenance activities. Collaborate with teams to enhance system efficien...

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

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.